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Louisiana Rea Tomato
Prices: Pkt., 10c.; V2oz.,30c.; oz., 50c., postpaid
REUTERS SEEDS
for the South
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REUTER SEED COMPANY, Inc., NEW ORLEANS
REUTER’S
Southern Bulb Collection
$1.95, POSTPAID
We will send you the following
assortment of bulbs, illustrated on this
page, for $1.95, postpaid.
1 Amaryllis, American Hybrids.
1 Amaryllis Johnsoni.
1 Calla Lily, Godfrey’s Everblooming.
2 Hemerocallis, Single Yellow.
1 Nerine (Guernsey Lily).
6 Tuberoses, Mexican Everblooming.
3 Zephyranthes rosea.
5. Nerine (Guernsey Lily)
Price: Each, 20c.; Vi doz., $1.10.
6. Tuberoses, Mexican Everblooming
1. Amaryllis, American Hybrids.
In choice mixture only. Cannot
furnish specified colors.
Price: Each, 75c.; Vi doz., $4.00
Price: Vi doz., 30c.; doz., 55c.
7. Zephyranthes rosea
Price: Each, 10c.; Vi doz., 50c.
NOTE — You will find these bulbs fully de¬
scribed and priced in larger quantities
on pages 70 and 71
2. Amaryllis Johnsoni.
Price: Each, 40c.; Vi doz., $2.25.
3. Calla Lily, Godfrey’s Everblooming.
Price: Each, 35c.; Vi doz., $1.85.
4. Hemerocallis, Single Yellow.
Price: Each, 15c.; Vi doz..
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HESE are the varieties that you will receive '
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No. 2 Wallflower No. 4 Candytuft
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Reuters New Home
The illustration above is from an actual airplane photograph of our new, mod¬
ern, concrete, fireproof home. It has been specially designed and built for
the proper and rapid handling of seed orders direct to planters. It was
made necessary by the steady increase in our business and makes
possible a seed service second to none in America. In the ^
rear, you will note our extensive trial grounds where our
VegetableandFlower Seeds andBulbs are thoroughly \
soil tested f°r purity, trueness- to - type, etc.
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Reuter's
“ Sparkler ”
Strain— Early
Scarlet Turnip
White-Tipped Radish
The Reuter Seed Co. has always realized the serious part it is playing in southern crop production
and is constantly endeavoring to provide the very finest strains and types of seed most suitable for its
trade. On the first eight and last eight pages of this catalog, we picture in natural colors and describe
certain varieties of Vegetables, Flowers and Bulbs that are outstanding in their adaptabilitv to the
South, have earned their place as standard sorts, and proven themselves thoroughly dependable.
Early Scarlet Turnip White Tipped Radish —
No. 461 — "Sparkler Strain." This radish is a table dainty, crisp, tender and sweet. A very
excellent variety and deservedlv a great favorite with growers and shippers throughout the
South. It is medium sized, nearly round, being very slightlv flattened on the under side;
color is a bright rose-carmine scarlet with a very pronounced tip of the purest white. The
roots, even when fullv developed are solid and remain in good condition for a long time for
such an early variety. The flesh is white and of the finest quaiitv. Our strain is exception-
allv pure and clean, producing unusually fine deep scarlet color and a clearly defined ample
white tip. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; )4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3 00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb., 25-lb. lots or over at 40c per lb.
Early Scarlet Globe Radish—1 n°- 469-This radish is a iitde longer
_ _ _ than round, a rich bright scarlet in color
with tiny thread-like roots. While the leaves are small, they are sufficiently large for
bunching. Ready for use in 28 to 35 days after sowing. The flesh is white and tender.
Its distinct shape, brilliant color, excellent quality of its roots has made it a leading tvpe
for growers and shippers. Also desirable for the home garden. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
54 lb., 30c; lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.;
25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
FOUR LEADING BEANS
Sure Crop Stringless Wax Beans
Giant Stringless Green Pod — No 14— The
- — - leading vari¬
ety with the growers and shippers in the South. It is an exceed¬
ingly productive and attractive sort. The handsome pods are
6 to 7 inches long, dark green in color, meaty, nearly round,
brittle, and perfectly stringless. It is one of our most prolific
sorts, and can perhaps be picked in one-third the time of anv
other sort. Highly desirable for canners and for the home gar¬
den. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs.,
$2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5.00; bu. (60 lbs.),
$18.00; 2 bushels or more. $17.00 per bushel.
Stringless Bountiful — n°- 11— This is the best
- - - flat - podded, stringless
variety. The light green pods are 6 34 to 7 inches long, stout,
flat, somewhat curved, absolutely stringless, attractive and of
very fine quality. It is early, vigorous and a heavy yielder. A
prime favorite with growers and shippers in Florida and other
southern states for shipment to distant markets. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5-50; bu. (60 lbs.), $20.00; 2 bushels or
more at $19.00 per bushel.
Sure Crop Stringless Wax — No. 24— a most
- - - prolific variety
of superfine quality. The magnificent pods are about 6 to 6)4
inches long, perfectly stringless at all stages, straight, nearlv
round or semi-flat, deep yellow, very meaty and sweet, and re¬
main a long time in condition for snaps. The plants grow to a
large size and have a strong, thick stem, stands up well even
during a long season of wet weather, thus protecting the pods
from dirt and dampness. Enormously productive. A highly
desirable variety for either home or market. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
34 lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5 00; bu. (60 lbs.), $18.00; 2 bushels
or more, at $17.00.per bushel.
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax — No- — Unsur
- - - passed in richness of
quality. Yields a large crop of long, nearly straight, broad, light
golden yellow, attractive pods. These are of large size, about 6
inches long, and of good quality. They always command a
ready sale, making this variety one of the most profitable for the
market gardener as well as the shipper. The plants are strong
growing and very prolific. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb.,
45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15
lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15.00; 2 bushels or more, at $14.00
per bushel.
Giant Stringless Green Pod Beans
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
No. 617 _ Mr. J. Palmer Schochler has certainly developed a remarkable
- watermelon in this new variety. For size and quality it is
attracting the attention of commercial growers and produce firms that seek an
extra-sized melon. The melon pictured above was photographed in Chicago after
being shipped from Rusk, Texas, and weighed exactly 85 pounds in front of the
camera. Some melon! Carload shipments from commercial melon points have
averaged 46 to 48 pounds. Mr. M. E. Ledlow, of Longview, Texas, planted one
acre in the Schochler and the first thirty melons pulled weighed a total of 2240
pounds, an average of 75 pounds each, with the largest melon weighing 105
pounds. Such a variety, producing uniformly heavy melons, should appeal to
givers catering to markets that will buy and willingly pay for such an attractive
product. A quality article at a high price always brings more profit than a
common product at a common price.
Exceptionally Large and Fine Flavor — The Schochler
~~~~ ~~ ~~ “ ^ —— “ “ is a long,
thick melon, the picture above showing its true type. While the rind is thin, for
the size of the melon, it is extremely tough and will stand ordinary handling and
shipping. Its meat is a dark red, fine grained, with no white parts, and a flavor
that is delicious. The melon is a rich dark green, with a faint, practically invis¬
ible stripe. It is not a prolific melon, producing only about four melons to the
vine, but the huge size of the melons more than makes up for the fewer produced.
It is a remarkable drouth resister and will produce a second crop of melons averag¬
ing 25 to 35 pounds each. Bred and developed by Mr. Schochler, an experienced
commercial grower, who knows what markets want. You'll find this melon a
sure profit-maker. Be sure to try it. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; L* lb. , 50c; lb.,
$1.50; 5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.25 per lb.
Kirby’s Stay Green Cucumber No. 229
This splendid varietv has become an outstanding leader with the com¬
mercial growers and shippers in Florida and other southern states. It is
slightly earlier than the Earlv Fortune and slightly smaller. The
fruits are 7 to 8 inches long, cylindrical in shape, and a fine glossy green
in color. They retain their beautiful dark green color for a remarkably
long time and on that account is very well adapted for shipping. It is a
vigorous grower and an enormous yielder. Commands top prices on all
markets. Our customers in Florida and elsewhere are enthusiastic in
their reports. Yields of 250 bushel hampers to the acre are not
unusual. On extensive acreages, our stock of this variety has
produced 95 per cent fancy fruit. Matures marketable fruit in
40 to 50 days from planting, depending of course on weather
conditions. We highly recommend our superstrain to com¬
mercial growers. Kirby's Stay Green is the name of a variety
or strain of cucumber produced and sold as such for many years
by seed growers and seed dealers, and when sold by us, it is not
offered as the product of any other seedsman or grower, but as
grown expressly for us by our own grower and sold as our own
product. Further described on page 24 of this catalog. Prices:
Pkt., 10c;oz.,20c;T4 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-Ib. lots or over $1.25 per lb., 25-lb. lots or
over, at $1.00 per lb.
Kirby's Stay Green Cucumbers
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Reuters Wondermelon
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Me FINEST \
WATERMELON
EVER INTRODUCED I
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No. 607 ___ It is not an easy task to describe the merits of Reuter's Wonder-
- melon and not be accused of "stretching the truth." We do
not know of a single point that is desirable in a watermelon that the Wonder-
melon does not possess, and, after "living with it" for over ten years, we haven't
discovered a single weakness! No other variety of watermelon has ever reached
the popularity in such a comparatively short period as the Wondermelon — and
popularity doesn't come and stay from mere claims — it must be earned bv accomp¬
lishment. We have watched this melon in our local markets, on peddler's
trucks, at shipper's stations and in the large terminal markets, and we know of
no other variety so universally popular, with both producer and consumer. It is
our honest opinion, based upon intimate knowledge and observation, that it is
now the largest selling single variety of watermelon in America. So popular is
the demand that it is catalogued by many seedsmen, occasionally under its own
name, more frequently under another name, and seldom as "Reuter's Wonder¬
melon," although we originated and introduced it to the South and you can onlv
be certain to obtain the true, genuine originator's stock by ordering from us.
The photograph, reproduced above, is from a run-of-field melon from our growing
station, and will give you a good idea of its characteristics. You will be
interested in other pictures of it on page 31 of this catalog. However, the most
convincing test of all, and one that will make you as enthusiastic as its thousands
of friends, is to eat a slice from its juicy heart.
The Wondermelon _ an ealU variety, maturing several days
— - ahead of the Tom Watson. It is a white
seeded sort, grows uniformly large and long, and while resembling the Tom
Watson, it is thicker, more solid and usually larger and heavier. Its average
size is 22 inches long by 12 inches in diameter and normal fields will produce
melons averaging 50 to 60 pounds. We have had many on display, shipped to
us by admiring customers, weighing 75 to 85 pounds. Every particle of the
brilliant red flesh of this wonderful melon is sweet to the rind. It is remarkably
free of cores or hard centers, and the rind is thin, yet sufficiently tough to stand
handling. It is a very dark glossy green with faint creases or ridges running
lengthwise, making it a most attractive produce for market or wagon display.
In local markets it is sold by name and never fails to bring a premium in price
over competing melons. Produce dealers seek it for it is a splendid profit maker
because of its "repeat" sales. It is a dependable shipper in spite of its rather
thin rind. We have known of crops being regularly trucked a distance of 45
miles to market, 20 miles of this distance being over rough mountain road, and
reaching the station in first-class shape. Let us repeat, the Wondermelon is
without doubt the finest home and market watermelon that you can plant.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Rf lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.25 per lb.
Reuter’s Orange Flesh Cantaloupe No. 105
Undoubtedly the "last word" in the Rocky Ford type of shipping canta¬
loupes. Introduced to our customers two years ago and already enjoys a
well deserved popularity with large growers and shippers. It captured first
premium at the Rocky Ford Fair over all competitors. It has commanded the
highest price in everv market. Its appealing deep orange flesh is its distinctive
characteristic; the flesh is most solid, with the smallest seed cavity of any type,
and will weigh more to the crate. The fruits are remarkably uniform in size
and shape, nearly round, densely covered with a hard gray netting. The rich,
deep orange flesh is fine grained, ripening close to the rind, juicy, melting, won-
derfull y sweet and of a spicy flavor. Examination of market reports indicate
that this variety always topped the markets. Orange Flesh Cantaloupes can be
picked on a "full slip” and reach any market in the United States in good condi¬
tion. The trade sought these melons and highly complimented the shippers.
The merchants were enthusiastic over the splendid quality, which is accounted
for by the simple reason that these melons were not picked green. It is an out¬
standing early market variety. Highly recommended for its hardiness, prolific¬
ness, deep rich orange tinted flesh, unexcelled eating and shipping qualities.
The demand in markets for quality cantaloupes is broadening to such an extent,
and competition among ideal growing sections has become so acute, that the
professional grower who is thoroughly experienced in producing good melons
will welcome such a meritorious variety. It insures first consideration and a
good price even on markets that are oversupplied and in bare markets its quality
will bring the highest price against any other variety with which it may be
compared. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; L* lb-. 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over,
at $1.75 per lb.
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Reuter’s Fireb3.ll Beet - N°. 66 — Remarkable for its uniform shape, deep-colored flesh and fine sweet
- flavor. The roots are smooth, globe-shaped, solid and very sweet. Both skin
and flesh are of an unusually deep rich red. The tap root is small and it has slender leaf stalks. A most desirable beet
for bunching, because of its uniform, medium size. While extremely early, quickly reaching a diameter of 2 inches,
yet if left to grow, the larger roots retain their fine flavor, tenderness and brilliant color. It has no superior in quality,
and in some respects, no equal. It is surely a "fancy trade” builder, and we unhesitatingly recommend this distinct
type to our customers, whether they grow for shipping or desire a perfect beet for the home garden. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 15c; *4 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.; 25-lb. lots
or over, at 60c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Reuter’s Royal King Pepper —
No. 427 — Immensely popular. A truly superb
sweet pepper for both market and home garden.
The uniformity of its size and shape makes it an
excellent sort for packing, and its attractive
appearance on the market insures top prices. The
fruits are 4 to 4J4> inches long, of deep green color
when young, bright scarlet red when ripe. The
flesh is very thick, mild and fine flavored. The
plants are 2 to feet high, vigorous and pro¬
ductive, ripening large attractive fruits earlv in
the season. An excellent variety for use in salads
or for stuffed peppers. Taste it raw, stuff it with
meat and bake it, or fill it with salads for your table; we believe you will like it and agree
with us that it is an outstanding bell pepper. It is a native of the South, originating in
Georgia. Our seed is obtained direct from the originator. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c;
oz., 40c; ,'4 lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $17.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
$3.00 per lb.
Reuter's Fireball Beet
California Wonder Pepper— n°- 440-11 lustrated on the front cover of this
_ £_£. _ log and further described on page 40. Resembles
Chinese Giant in the large size and "blocky” form of its fruit, but have an extremely thick flesh not
possessed by that variety. Measures y/2 to 5 inches in length by 4 inches in diameter. Fruits are dark
green, smooth in surface, square in cross-section. The exceptionally thick flesh is mild and sweet.
Fourteen of these peppers weighed 9 pounds, yet in size they are not excessively large, but very solid,
and of a most beautiful appearance. The plants are slightly spreading, sturdy and productive, bear¬
ing from 5 to 9 large fruits at a setting. Although not strictly an early variety, it will produce
marketable-sized fruits as early as the second early sorts.
For the home gardener, market gardener and shipper this should prove an ideal pepper as it
seems so well adapted to all uses for which sweet peppers are grown. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
Yt oz., 30c; oz., 50c; Y lb., $1 .75 ; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
Harris Early Giant
Pepper
_No. 439 — T h i s
is the earliest
and most prolific of the large
peppers and a rare acquisition
for southern shippers. The fruits
are three-lobed, 5 inches in
height by y/i inches in diam¬
eter. Color is a deep, glossy
green when young, turning to a
brilliant red when fully ripe.
The flesh is fairly thick and of a
very sweet, mild, pleasant flavor.
The plants are of dwarf, com¬
pact growth, seldom over 18
inches in height, and extremely
productive. During 1927, our
seed grower tested out this splen¬
did sort by planting T-Y acres
from which he harvested 2600 bushels of large marketable peppers, which is convincing evidence to
prove that it is a great money making variety. The plants are covered from top to bottom with an
abundance of enormous peppers. Forty-five as picked from one of our fields filled a bushel crate. It
takes only 21 to fill a 14-quart basket. Prices : Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 30c; oz., 50c; 34 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00,
5 lbs., $27-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5.00 per lb.
Harris Early Giant Pepper
Reuter’s Royal King Pepper
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
1 & Net Wegkt
MARGLOBE
■ T-.lt* FiCJLiCl 1!
TAK
Globe Tomato
A dependable large, purplish pink, globe-shaped tomato of
excellent quality. Nearly blight-proof. Even when picked
No. 545B
green it ships well and colors up handsomely. The best all-purpose tomato to
grow, and very popular with the large commercial growers and shippers in the
South. The flesh is solid and meaty, and the skin is thick. Vines make good growth,
and mature a little earlier than most midseason sorts. Prices for Sealed Color-Tru
Seeds in originator's packages: Pkt., 20c; oz., 60c; lb., $2.00; ,T> lb., $3-50;
lb., $6.50; 5 lbs., $30.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5-50 per lb
Reuters co|^ro
Marglobe Tomato
stands long periods
575B- _ The oustanding tomato for the commercial grower and shipper in theSouth.
* Introduced by the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture for wilt resistance. Also
resistant to “nail-head rust” which attacks the fruit. The strong, vigorous vines produce
large, beautifully shaped, smooth, deep red globe shaped tomatoes of great merit. With-
of wet and unfavorable weather. Prices for Sealed Color-Tru Seeds in
originator's packages: Pkt. 25c; oz.,
75c; lb., $2.50;T^ lb. ,$4.25; lb.,
$8.00; 5 lbs., $37-50, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or. over, at
$7.00 per lb.
es
June Pink
Tomato
NO -557B _ 71:16 eafl'est! P,nh fruited variety.
- Fruits are of medium size. The
flesh is solid and meaty. A remarkable shipper, and
because of its handsome appearance on all markets,
is very popular with commercial growers and ship¬
pers, more especially in South Texas. The vines are
open and do not make a large growth. Very- prolific and hardy.
Prices for Sealed Color-Tru Seeds in originator's packages:
Pkt., 20c; oz., 60c; >4 lb., $2.00; K lb., $3-50; lb., $6.50; 5 lbs.,
$30.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5-50
per lb.
We offer a prod-
u;t which is new,
novel and offers yrou the ™
utmost in protection. We guar¬
antee the seeds sold by us as
Sealed Color-Tru Serds to be
colored at the time and place of
harvest as soon as the seed is
separated from the tomato pulp,
and if the seed contained in a
packageof our Sealed Color-T ru
Seeds is the same color as that
marked on the outside of the package we believe it to be of the same
variety as the package is labeled.
Marglobe is colored Tan.
June Pink is colored Yellow.
Livingston Globe is colored Green.
You can readily understand the insurance that this process gives against
mixtures at place of harvest, in warehousing, and in distribution.
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Hundredfold Peas — n°- 422-
- 1 his is,
without doubt, one of the very best dwarf peas
ever grown. We have found none so near per¬
fection. It is the best-flavored and the largest
podded dwarf-growing sort in existence. It is
ready 3 days after the earliest sorts, and bears
an enormous crop of handsome, intensively dark
green, fairly broad and pointed pods, 4 inches
long, containing about 8 large, dark green peas of
excellent quality. The vines are 16 inches high,
scurdv, and resist heat well. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
'A lb- , 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75,
postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.75;
bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more, at $9-50
per bushel.
World’s Record Peas — iN0 420
- — An
earlier strain of the well known Gradus Pea,
and does not grow quite as tall, averaging
about 2 feet in height. The medium green
pods are 4 inches long, fairly broad, pointed
and well filled with from 7 to 9 verv large
dark green peas of exceptionally fine quality.
The medium green, moderately stout vines
are very productive. Comes to maturity about
3 days before Gradus. A leading favorite wit!
the commercial truckers in the South. It is
surely a grand variety that deserves its in
creasing popularity. Prices: Pkt., 10c; y2
lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75,
postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2,751
bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more, $9.50
per bushel.
World's Record Garden Peas
Reuter’s Peerless Purple Top White Globe Turnip
Peerless Purple Top White Globe Turnip —
No. 578 — Our highly perfected strain of this well known Turnip is planted
largely by commercial truckers throughout the South. It is a large, rapid
growing turnip with globular shaped roots. The flesh is pure white, the skin
is white with purple at the portion which grows above the ground. The
flesh is fine grained and tender. The roots when in best condition for the
table are about 3 inches in diameter, but can be grown much larger for stock
feeding. It is a heavy cropper and splendid for bunching, for the tops are
large and attractive. It is the standard type so largely cultivated in the
South for shipment. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; A lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs.,
$2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb., 25-lb. lots or
over, at 30c per lb.
Shogoin or Japanese Turnip — No 592— a new van
- etv that is becoming
verv popular in the South. Especially valuable for turnip greens, which are
always in good demand during the late spring and summer months in the
South. The leaves grow upright, about 2 feet high when fully developed,
which makes it practically free from insect attacks. The roots are pure
white, between flat and globe in shape; however, this wonderful new sort is
more largely planted for the tops than for the roots. Further described and
illustrated on page 47 of this catalog. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; A lb.,
40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb, lots or over, at
75c per lb.
Barden’s Wonder Bantam Corn — No 199— There is
1111 - an ever increasing
demand for an early sweet corn having all the good qualities of the famous
Golden Bantam, together with a larger ear and having about the same
maturing season. Planted beside the Golden Bantam, it was found more
vigorous, productive and as early as the Bantam, having the marked advan¬
tage of larger ears set up higher on the stalk. The stalks grow from 5 to 6 feet
in height and have ears 8 to 10 inches in length, filled with 8 rows of rich
golden yellow kernels. It is a variety that will appeal to the home gardener
as well as the canner who has been looking for a Bantam Corn that will pro¬
duce more tonnage per acre and at the same time not sacrifice its high quality.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid,
Burden’s Wonder Bantam Corn 10-lb. lots or over, at 18c per lb., 50-lb. lots or over, at 15c per lb.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
By carefully observing the following directions,
mistakes and misunderstandings will be very largely
•voided:
HOW TO ORDER — Please be careful to sign your
Name, Post Office, Rural Route, and State on every
order. Be sure to tell us your nearest express office,
should you desire the seed forwarded by express: if by
freight, your railroad station, also preferable routing:
or, if by boat, your landing, and the name of boat, if
possible. WRITE PLAINLY.
ORDER EARLY — It will greatly facilitate ship¬
ments if orders are ssnt in early. We aim to ship all
orders the same day they are received, and our mail¬
order department has a capacity for more than 5,000
orders daily, but sometimes it is impossible during the
rush season.
CASH WITH ORDER — Customers will please
remit when ordering. If goods are wanted C. O. D., 25
8er cent, or one-fourth of the amount, must accompany
re order. No plants shipped C. O. D. _ _
HOW TO SEND MONEY — Remittances should
be made by post office money orders, express money
orders, drafts or checks on New Orleans or New York.
Where it is not possible to obtain these, the letter should be registered In all
cases where the order for seed amounts to one dollar or more, the cost of post
office or express money order, or cost of registering the letters from places that are
not money order offices, may be deducted from the amount of the order.
FOR YOUR
CONVENIENCE
Two order blanks are placed in
this catalog for your convenience
— one inside the front cover and
another inside the back cover. A
second order during the season is
frequently necessary or other
occasions may call for another
blank. Additional order blanks
furnished upon request.
been established. Consequently prices on those items
indicate value at the time these pages are printed.
Orders will be filled, if at all possible — at prices printed
in this book, but ALL PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
NON-WARRANTY — The Reuter Seed Co. does
not give, and i ts agents and employees are forbidden to
give any warranty, express or implied, as to description,
quality, productiveness, or any other matter of any
seeds, bulbs, plants, etc., it sends out and it will not
be any way responsible for the crop. If the purchaser
does not accept the goods on these terms, they are to be
returned at once, and if the money has been paid
for them, it will be refunded. NO RESPONSIBLE
SEEDSMAN GIVES ANY WARRANTY.
This does not mean that we lack confidence in the
seeds we sell, but we have no control over the seeds
after they leave our hands. We cannot personally
direct the use of our goods after they leave our estab¬
lishment ; neither can we fully control anywhere or at
any time the operation of natural law as it affects
seed. Sometimes, though not often, our seeds do not
come up after planting. This may be due to one or
more of several reasons, such as covering too deeply or not deeply enough, too much
or too little water, too cold weather or a baking sun which forms a crust too hard
for the tender shoots to penetrate. Sometimes insects destroy plants at the
surface before they are seen by the gardener.
STAMPS — On orders of seeds where the amount is less than 50 cents, we will
accept stamps in good condition (one and two-cent stamps preferred) the same as
cash, but we would ask those remitting stamps to wrap them in oiled paper, if
possible, to prevent their sticking together or to the order.
SEEDS POSTPAID BY PARCEL POST — Please bear in mind that the prices
given in this catalog include delivery on all seeds by packet, ounce, quarter-pound,
pound, two pounds, and five pound lots, unless otherwise specified.
Send us the amount named in this catalog, and we guarantee safe delivery by
postpaid parcel post In these quantities. This does not include pecks and
bushels.
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANQE — This catalog is printed in October and
November and the market on many items of garden and field seeds has not yet
TESTED SEEDS— We test all our seeds before sending them to our customers,
and should they fail to grow, if promptly and propeily tested by customers, we
will replace the same amount or give value in others. We cannot afford, know¬
ingly, to send out seeds doubtful as to vitality or purity, and you cannot get any
better stocks of any seedsman, oven though he deceitfully professes to war¬
rant seeds.
A guarantee from an irresponsible seedsman is of no value whatever. If
we should warrant or guarantee seeds in any way, w’e could be held respon¬
sible for the failure of the crop, regardless of cause, and this is a responsibility
we can not and will not accept. Grops are dependent for success or failure
on so many things besides seed that it is impossible for us to give any warranty
or guarantee.
AphabetitaU
INDEX
^c^Reutefis 1 929 SprimtCatalofe
VEGETABLE SEED
Page
Artichoke . 13
Asparagus Seed . 13
Artichoke, Ground . 50
Asparagus Roots . 13
Beans .
Beets, Garden. . .
Beets, Stock ....
Borecole, or Kale
Broccoli .
Brussels Sprouts.
3-13-14-15-16-17
. 6-18
. 19
. 19
. 19
. 19
Chinese or “Celery” Cabbage . 21
Collards . 21
Cabbage . 20-21
Cauliflower . 19
Carrots . 23
Celery . 23
Celeriac . 23
Chervil . 27
Com, Sweet or Sugar . 8-26
Cucumbers . 4-24^25
Celery Lettuce . 34
Cantaloupes . 5-28-29
Chayote . 22
Casaba Melons . 29
Eggplants . 27
Endive . 27
Fennel, Italian . 19
Garlic . 37
Heibs . 22
Irish Potatoes . 41
Italian Fennel . 19
Jerusalem Artichokes . 50
Kale, or Borecole . 19
Kohlrabi . 27
Leeks . 35
Lettuce . 34
Mangel Wurzels . 19
Mustard . 35
Mirliton . 22
Muskmelons . 5-28-29
Page
Okra or Gumbo . 36
Onions . 37
Onion Plants . 22
Pe-Tsai, Chinese Cabbage . 21
Popcorn . 26
Parsley . 36
Parsnips . 35
Peas, Garden . 8-38-39
Peppers . 6-40
Potatoes, Irish . 41
Pumpkins . 41
Radishes . 3-42
Romaine Cos . 34
Roquette . 46
Roots, Vegetable . 13-22
Rutabagas . 47
Swiss Chard . 18
Sugar Beets . 19
Sugar Corn . 26
Sweet Com . 26
Sorrel . 46
Salsify . 41
Squash . 46
Spinach . 43
Tobacco . 46
Tomatoes . 7-44-4.5
Turnips . 47
Vegetable Collections .
■ . Page 10 and 3rd cover
Vegetable Pears . . 22
Vegetable Plants . 22
Vegetable Roots . 13-22
Watermelons . 4-5-30-31-32-33
Wondermelon . 5-31
FIELD SEED
Alfalfa . 53
Beans, Soy . 54
Beans, Velvet . ’ ’ .54
Beggar Weed . ' 51
Beets, Stock . 19
Buckwheat . 51
Broom Com . 52
Cane, Sugar . 52
Page
Chufas . 50
Clover . 53
Clover, Japan . 53
Cotton . 51
Com . 50
Com, Davis Prolific . 50
Com, Broom . 52
Com, Kaffir . 52
Cowpeas . 54
Egyptian Wheat . 52
Earth Almonds . 50
Feterita . 52
Field Peas . 64
Giant Beggar Weed . 51
Grasses . 53
Jerusalem or Ground Artichokes. . . 50
Kaffir Corn . 52
Lespedeza . 53
Millets . 51
Milo Maize . 52
Mung Beans . 54
Peanuts . 50
Peas, Field . 54
Peas, Cow . 54
Rape . 51
Rice, Upland . 50
Shallu . 52
Sorghums . 52
Sugar Cane . 52
Sunflower . 51
Soy Beans . 54
Stock Beets . 19
Sudan Grass . 53
Upland Rice . 50
Velvet Beans . 54
MISCELLANEOUS
Page
Antrol . 48
Asparagus Roots . 13
Baby Chicks . 49
Bulbs .
. . .70-71-72-76-77-78-79-80 and
inside front cover
Cabbage Plants . 22
Dirt Bands . . . 48
Fertilizers . 48
Flower Seeds .
.55 to 69 and 73-74-75 and back cover
Flowering Bulbs .
. . . .70-71-72-76-77-78-79-80 and
inside front cover
Fungicides . 48
Herb Seed . 22
Horseradish Roots . 22
“Hotkaps” . 12
Insecticides . 48
Mulch Paper . 11
Mulford Cultures . 52
Onion Sets . 37
Onion Plants . 22
Pie Plant or Rhubarb Roots . 22
Plants, Vegetable . 22
Snarol . 48
Sprayers . 48
Seeders . 48
Semesan . 11
Vegetable Plants . 22
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
We do NOT
handle
Flowering and
Ornamental
Plants and
Nursery Stock
IMPORTANT POSTAL INFORMATION
Postpaid Prices in This Catalog Apply Only to Any Point in the
United States.
When ordering at "Not Prepaid" Prices, you pay the postage,
express or freight. When ordering your seeds to be shipped by express
or freight, always give your express or freight station, if it is not the
same as your postoffice.
PAR.CEL POST RATES
New Postal rates went into effect on July 1, 1928. Any Parcel Post
package, if marked "Special Handling" will receive the same handling,
transportation and delivery given to first class or letter mail. Cus¬
tomers who desire this special service may include 15c extra for each
package weighing not over 10 lbs., or 20c extra for each package weigh¬
ing over 10 lbs., requesting "Special Handling" treatment.
Weight Limit — The weight limit within the first, second and third
zones is 70 lbs., and within all other zones 50 lbs.
From the fourth to the eighth zone, shipments weighing 10 lbs. or
more usually go about as cheap by express.
Poisons cannot be sent by mail.
Ours is a cash business
and our prices are made
on that basis. Customers
are requested to remit
when ordering. If seeds
or bulbs are wanted C.
O. D., 25 per cent, or
one-fourth, of the
amount of the order
must accompany the
order.
NO PLANTS
SHIPPED C.O.D.
Domestic Parcel Post Rates within United States
1st zone, within 50 miles from New Orleans.
2nd zone, within 50 to 150 miles from New Orleans.
3rd zone, within 150 to 300 miles from New Orleans.
4th zone, within 300 to 600 miles from New Orleans.
5th zone, within 600 to 1000 miles from New Orleans.
6th zone, within 1000 to 1400 miles from New Orleans.
7th zone, within 1400 to 1800 miles from New Orleans.
8th zone, all over 1800 miles from New Orleans.
Parcel Post Rates On Various Weights
Zone
If in doubt about your zone rate, obtain it from your postmaster and be sure
to send enough to cover necessary postage. If you send too much it will be
returned to you.
*8 lb.
.14
.14
.22
.36
.51
.66
.82
.97
10 lb.
.16
16
26
44
63
82
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21
15 lb.
.21
.21
36
.64
.93
1.22
1.52
1.81
25 1b.
.31
.31
.56
1.04
1.53
2.02
2.52
3.01
30 lb.
.66
1.24
1.83
2.42
3.02
3.61
501b.
.56
.56
1.06
2.04
3.03
4.02
5.02
6.01
60 lb.
.66
.66
1.26
70 1b.
.76
.76
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*Note — A half peck of Corn, Beans, Peas, etc.,
mailing.
weighs about 8 lbs. packed for
JT30 '
f Packets \>
of Vegetable'
Seeds ,
\ Postpaid
Reuters AoeSize
Garden Collection
We don't suppose there is a bigger sensation in the seed trade the country over than
this Big Dollar Seed Collection of ours. For years we have been featuring it and each
season brings a tremendous increase in the number sold. Our competitors tell us we
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are giving far too much for the money and those who buy the collection write in to
tell us of the wonderful gardens they grow and how well pleased they are with their purchase. We are offering thirty (30) packets of fresh, tested, thoroughly
adapted vegetable seeds, of the proper sorts to sow here in the South, and deliver it all, neatly wrapped and properly packed, for $1.00, postpaid. With it
we give free a copy of our booklet, "How ro Make a Home Garden,” which will be of great help to those who have little or no experience in home garden¬
ing. At this price we cannot permit any changes or alterations in the list given below and please don’t ask us to do so for we will be obliged to disappoint you.
You will find the Big Bargain Collection illustrated in natural colors on the third cover page of this catalog. Here is what you get for $1.00, postpaid:
1. Beans, Burpee Stringless
2. Beans, Davis Kidney Wax
3. Beans, Kentucky Wonder
4. Beans, Hendersons Bush Lima
5. Beans, Carolina or Sieva
6. Beets, Extra Early Eclipse
7. Cabbage, Charleston Wakefield
8. Collards, Southern or Georgia
9. Carrot, Danvers Half Long
10. Cucumber, Evergreen White Spine
11. Corn, Stowells Evergreen
12. Lettuce, Mammoth Big Boston
13- Muskmelon, Genuine Rockyford
14. Watermelon, Tom Watson
15. Mustard, Chinese
16. Okra, French Market
17. Onion, Yellow Bermuda
18. Parselv, Plain
19. Peas, Prolific Early Market
20. Pepper, Roval King
21. Pumpkin, Green Striped Cashaw
22. Radish, Early Scarlet Turnip White Tipped
23. Radish, White Icicle
24. Squash, White Bush
25. Spinach Bloomsdale Savoy
26. Tomato, Sparks Earliana
27. Tomato, Livingstons Globe
28. Turnip, Purple Top White Globe
29. Turnip, Seven Top
30. Rutabaga, American Purple Top
30 Packets Vegetable Seeds, Postpaid, $1.00
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Prevent and Control Diseases — Increase Yields — -Improve Quality of Crop
Assure Your Harvest Before You Plant With
Prices of SEMESAN, Jr.
4 oz. tin .
. . . .$ 0.50
1 lb. tin .
.... 1.75
5 lb. tin .
.... 8.00
25 lb. pail .
.... 31.25
100 lb. drum . . . .
. . . .120.00
300 lb. drum . .
..345.00
Prices of SEMESAN BEL
4 oz. tin . $ 0.50
lib. tin . 1.75
5 lb. tin . 8.00
25 lb. pail . 31.25
100 lb. drum . 120.00
300 lb. drum . 345.00
Seed Disinfectants
Semesan Jr. — For seed, field or
- sweet corn.
Applied by the simple dusting operation at
the rate of 2 oz. to each bushel of seed corn,
Semesan, Jr., offers the cheapest and most
effective form of disease insurance.
It is especially effective in controlling seed-
borne infections of diplodia, Gibberella and
Basisporium, without harming the seed em¬
bryo in the least. Tests have shown Semesan,
Jr., to increase the yield even from known
disease-free seed.
Its use protects the seed from rotting in the
ground and makes possible earlier planting
which generally results in increased yields,
these are the benefits which thousands of
farmers are reaping atacostoj less tban'icanacre.
Semesan Bel — For treating
- seed potatoes.
Instead of using chemicals for treating your
seed potatoes which require tedious soaking
and which somestimes injure the seed piece,
use the quick, easy, time-saving Semesan Bel
treatment. Simply mix, dip, drain, dry and
the potatoes are ready for planting. Semesan
Bel may be used on either whole or cut seed
pieces. Does not injure sprouts. No hot
water necessary. A quick dip into the Seme¬
san Bel solution and the seed potatoes are
covered with a protecting film of disinfectant
which effectively controls such seed-borne
disease organisms as scab, rhizoctonia and
back-leg.
By controlling these diseases, germination
is generally increased, stand improved and
the resultant crop of potatoes is bigger and of
better quality. Crop increases of from 10 to
15 per cent are common. One pound treats 16
to 20 bushels of seed.
Ceresan _ Oust treatment for all
_ small grains.
Now, only one product is necessary for
the seed treatment of wheat, oats, barley,
rye or sorghum, CERESAN. Here is an
easily applied dust treatment which has
proven effective in controlling such seed-
borne diseases as bunt or stinking smut of
wheat; stripe diseases of barley; loose and
covered smuts of barley and oats and covered
kernel smut of sorghum. This is the only
dust treatment which has successfully con¬
trolled all of these grain diseases as well as
being the first effective dust disinfectant to
be offered the farmer for control of barley
stripe and smuts. Ceresan does not injure the
seed nor the grain drill. Only 2 oz. of Ceresan
required per bushel of wheat, rye or sorghum
and 3 oz. for barley and oats.
Easy to apply, economical to use.
Semesan — For flower and vege-
- table seeds.
Semesan is indispensable to those growing
vegetables or flowers whether for market or
home use. It may be applied in dust or liquid
form to the seed before planting. It is harm¬
less to the seed but deadly to any disease
organisms that may be on the seed.
Semesan is such a powerful and effective
disinfectant that seed treatment with it is
ridiculously low in cost, from J-Jc to Ic per
pound of seed. One ounce treats 15 pounds of
seed. Effective in controlling damping off,
the Brown Patch diseases which affects golf
greens and such devastating gladiolus dis¬
eases as hard rot and scab.
Prices of CERESAN
8 oz. tin . $ 0.50
1 lb. tin . .75
5 lb. tin . 3.00
25 lb. pail . 12.50
100 lb. drum . 49.00
300 1b. drum. 144.00
Prices of SEMESAN
2 oz. tin .
.. . .$ 0.50
1 lb. tin .
.... 2.75
5 lb. tin .
.... 13.00
25 lb. pail .
■ ... 56 25
100 lb. drum , . . .
. . . .220.00
300 lb. drum .
. . .645 00
DUBAY SEED Disinfectants Cannot be Mailed. Prices Quoted Are F. O. B. New Orleans, La.
The Miracle of MULCH PAPER Makes Maximum Yields
Gator-Hide Mulch Paper comes in rolls
18 inches and 36 inches wide and of 150 and
300 lineal yards.
Unrolled directly over the proposed
plant beds and anchored by soil, or other
available material, along its free edges,
Gator-Hide Mulch Paper practically im¬
prisons all moisture in the soil and gives it
up in the from of stimulus to plant life
rather than in the form of evaporation to
the sun. Mulch Paper increases the tem¬
perature and the consequent bacterial
activity of the soil both by conserving solar
heat and by decreasing the cooling action
that ordinarily results from evaporation.
Planting is accomplished THROUGH open¬
ings made in the paper at suitable spaced
intervals or BETWEEN strips of the paper.
Thus, while space in plenty is provided for
the growth of the plant, space is absolutely
denied for the growth of weeds.
Two tomato plants, nine weeks old, planted from the same seed
at the same time. The increase in yield for
Mulch-grown tomatoes was 44%.
The principles of Mulch Paper are far be¬
yond the experimental stage today. Its
value is attested by statistics available to
everyone. Statistics that show, for ex¬
ample, an increased yield in Mulch-Paper -
grown spinach of 516%— in sweet corn of
279% — in sweet potatoes of 100% — in to¬
bacco, cotton, beets, summer turnips, toma¬
toes, and an almost unending variety of
other farm products.
Write for Free Booklet
“ The Miracle of Mulch Paper ”
This booklet tells in an easily grasped
way something of the history, the develop¬
ment and the possibilities of Mulch Paper.
It is replete with comparative photographs
of Mulch-grown and non-Mulch-grown
products. It portravs the Real Miracle of
Mulch Paper. Be sure to write for it
Prices l Type B — Heavy Weight (for all purposes)
Rolls, 18 inches wide, 150 lineal yards to roll
(approx. 30 lbs.), $3-50 per roll.
Rolls, 36 inches wide, 150 lineal yards to roll
(approx. 60 lbs.), $7.00 per roll.
Discounts
30 to 100 rolls, 18 inch width — 5%
100 to 500 rolls, 18 inch width — 10%.
500 rolls up, 18 inch width — 15%.
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All 36 inch rolls counted as two rolls.
Prices for carload lots on application.
SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc. New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Earlier
3 — Press
Setter
}4-inch in
ground.
5 — Remove
Setter from
Hotkap.
One man
can place
3000 kaps
per day!
I — Place
Hotkap
in" Setter”
2 — Place
Setter over
Seed or
Plant.
Place small
amount of
dirt around
edge of
Setter.
Crops Mean Higher Prices!
— Use This Amazing New
Method 0/ Plant Protection
THIS remarkable invention consists of a scien¬
tifically constructed wax paper cone that you
place over each plant. Thus they are miniature
hot-houses that protect plants from frost, wind,
rain, insects and ground crusting.
HOTKAPS not only protect plants but make
them grow hardier and faster. Thus you get a
greater crop production to market earlier for
higher prices.
The illustration above shows what Germaco HOTKAPS mean
to growers of all vine crops. The plants illustrated were sown
in a seeder. HOTKAPS were placed over spots in the row.
Note how quickly the plants under them have grown — the
head-start they have in the race for high priced markets.
HOTKAPS cost you little to use and bring big profits. They
save you worry, too, over frost, wind, hail, rain, insects and
ground crusting. They put each of your plants under a hot¬
house to grow quicker and hardier — without danger of loss.
Write us today about these profit makers. Or simply order
the supply you need for this season.
Germaco
Hotkap
Prices: Hotkaps for your backyard garden, at these postpaid
rices: 50 with garden setter, $1.50; 100 with garden setter,
2.25; 250 trial package, including garden setter, $4.00;
garden setter, alone, 50c.
Prices, F. O. B. New Orleans:
Lots of 1,000 or over, $11.50 per 1,000; 5,000 or over, $11.00
per 1,000; 10,000 or over, $10.75 per 1,000; 25,000 or over, $10.00
per 1,000; 50,000 or over, $9. 00 per 1,000. Shipping weight, 20
lbs. per 1,000. Packed 1,000 to the roll.
Standard Steel Hotkap Setter, $2.50. Weight, 2 lbs. Steel Hot¬
kap Carrier, $2.75- Weight lbs.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Commercial Vegetable Production — 7The c,°?merclal veget,abk indu,s07 °f ,the
5 _ — - - United states has greatly increased in the last
quarter century until the aggregate value of vegetable products is now about $750,000,000.00 annually, and the
value of cannery products alone in 1927 was $277,346,574.00. To accomplish this expansion and to provide
fresh vegetables throughout the twelve months of the year, every favorable natural condition for the produc¬
tion of such crops has been taken advantage of. Not only this, but modern transportation, utilization, storage,
marketing facilities, and last but not least, pure-bred seeds, have played important parts in making possible
this great agricultural achievement.
The South provides more than sixty per cent of the fresh vegetables consumed in this country; the canning
industry in the South has advanced by leaps and bounds. The Reuter Seed Co., Inc., is very proud of the fact,
voiced by many of the largest shippers, growers, and canners, that it has contributed much to the improvement
and present outstanding accomplishment of profitable large-scale vegetable production in the South. This
concern’s present directing head has labored for years to locate, obtain and produce those types and varieties of
vegetable seeds that produce uniform, high-grade products in the seasons most advantageous for profitable and
orderly marketing. It is in these varieties, so painstakingly searched out, tested and bred up to dependability
and grown under exacting specifications, that are offered to you through the medium of this catalog. We know
there is none better at any price, anywhere, and the bulk of vegetable seed offered for Southern planting will
not approach in quality and adaptability these we distribute exclusively.
What Is Home Without A Garden? A vegetable garden in your home will bring
_ - — . — . — - - — you health and pleasure. Many of the tender-
est table varieties of vegetables are not adapted for shipping to markets, and can easily be grown at home.
Many outstanding varieties in this catalog should appeal to the amateur gardener.
Vegetables are Health Builders - presLh vegetables contain body-bunding minerals.
5 - lo be healthy and strong, eat plenty of vegetables.
The tremendous increase in the consumption of vegetables during the past decade is because medical science is
teaching us to regard our- vegetables in a new light apart from their tempting taste. Of the green vegetables,
the best are spinach, swiss chard, cabbage, brussels sprouts, kale, endive, and the green tops of root vegetables,
such as turnips, beets, radishes, etc., because the leaves contain iron, lime and other minerals. Root vegeta¬
bles, such as carrots, beets, turnips, parsnips, potatoes, etc., should be eaten liberally because they act as bulk
furnishing roughage, and also furnish minerals and some vitamins. Tomatoes and lettuce are also excellent
diet as they contain vitamins, minerals and roughage. Vegetables should form the basis of human diet.
Early Red Valentine Beans
The Cultural Directions j.11 thius catalos are necessarily limited
_ but they are as complete as space will
permit. For additional cultural information, write for our free booklet, “How
to Make a Home Garden.” It is written expressly for the amateur gardener.
Our 200-page book, "How to Grow, Pack and Ship Vegetables for Profit" is
yours for asking, should you order seeds to the amount of $2.00 or more. This
book will interest the commercial grower and shipper.
Artichoke- Jerusalem — Nf°,81<^Sel! *?age 50 [or,deskcri^1,°,n
- or this Artichoke, in which the edible
Artichoke Green Globe — 1—The scales and bottom of the
flower-heads are eaten, either boiled
Sow in hotbeds or indoors until danger of frost is over. Then
Plants can be raised in seed
portion is the tuber.
or as a salad.
set in rows 4 feet apart and 2 feet apart in the row.
beds out of doors, but in that case will not be likely to produce heads the first
year. Late in the fall cut off the old tops and thoroughly protect the crowns
with leaves or straw to prevent severe freezing. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 40c;
oz., 75c; X lb-, $2.50, postpaid.
Asparagus - $ow seed thinly in drills 18 inches apart early in the spring
- — - — - or fall after soaking the seed in warm water for an hour. When
well up, thin to 1 inch apart and cultivate often until plants are a year old. Set out
the roots in permanent bed, setting roots 4 inches deep and 18 inches apart in rows
4 to 6 feet apart. One ounce will produce 200 plants; 4 to 5 lbs. will plant an acre.
Washington Asparagus Seed — 4—A vigoroUS\and very pro-
- — - — - - - ductive variety bred to resist the
disease known as "Asparagus Rust." The shoots are of large size, excellent quality,
and of rich deep green color tinted somewhat with purple at tips. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; yi lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
-No. 2 — A very early maturing and
prolific variety, producing an abun¬
dance of very large, deep green shoots of the best quality. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c;
yi lb., 35c; lb., $1.00, postpaid.
Palmetto Asparagus Seed
Washington Asparagus Roots — -N°- *
roots, $2.25; 500 roots, $6.75; 1000, $12.00, postpaid,
from seed orders.
Two-Year Old.
50 roots, $1.25; 100
Roots are shipped separate
Palmetto Asparagus Roots — N°- 3— ’ lT^Year 01d „ Prices:
- - - — - 2 - 50 roots, $1.00; 100 roots, $1.50; 500
roots, $5-00; 1000 roots, $9.00, postpaid. Roots are shipped separate from seed orders.
GROW TENDER AND DELICIOUS BEANS
Culture: Bush or Snap Beans are usually planted in rows 2 feet apart, dropping in
a bean every 3 inches and covering 2 inches. If planted in hills, make the hills about
2 feet apart each way. Keep soil well stirred, and when the blossoms appear, draw
earth close around the plant. 1 pound will plant 100 feet of row; 90 pounds will sow
an acre.
GREEN POD BUSH OR BUNCH BEANS
Inoculate Your
Beans Before
Planting.
See Page 52
Stringless Bountiful Beans
Stringless Bountiful — ^No 11— The most productive and best flat- podded, early matur-
1 _ 2 ing stringless green bean for market or home garden. The pods
are very long, 6l/i to 7 inches, straight, broad, flat, light green in color, and of handsome appearance.
The pods, are also .tender, brittle, and of. delicious flavor. Vines are thrifty, disease-resistant, and they
continue to bear fpr a long. rime.;-: Very popular with our southern truckers and shippers. Prices:
Pkt.,10c;.K lb. ,30c; lb., 50c; 2Tfes:., 90ct5 lbs,, $2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5-50;
bu. (60 lbs.), $20.00; 2 bushels or more, at $19.00 per bushel.
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SPRING
1 9 2 <)
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
String Beans — A Quick Money Crop
Giant Stringless Green Pod —
trated in color and described on page 3 of this catalog.
The great leader with truckers and shippers in the South.
The pods are perfectly round, slightly saddle-backed,
averaging 6 to 7 inches in length. The cooked product
is of exceptionally fine flavor, a true bean flavor not found
frequently in even our best varieties. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
34 lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid.
Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5-00; bu. (60 lbs.), $18.00;
2 bushels or more, at $17.00 per bushel.
Longfellow Beans — Tender and Brittle
Rurpees Stringless Green Pod — 4<of
the finest first-early, green-pod bush beans for market, home
garden, or the canner. The pods are an attractive rich green, 5
to 6 inches long, slightly curved, round, meaty, always string¬
less, tender and brittle. The pods, even when fully grown, are
crisp, tender, and juicy, lacking the faintest signs of any strings.
The plants are large, spreading and enormously productive.
. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 lb-, 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10,
postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5-00; bu. (60 lbs),
$18.00; 2 bushels or more, at $17.00 per bushel.
Longfellow — N° n — A very handsome variety of
_ _ _ French origin. The pods are beautiful
dark green color, 634 to 7 inches long, very slender, straight,
and perfectly round; nearly stringless, tender, and fine grained.
A leading type with the truckers in Louisiana. Makes an
excellent canning sort; also fine for home gardens. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-50; bu. (60 lbs.), $13-00; 2 bushels or
more, at $12.00 per bushel.
Tennessee Green Pod — nv 53- very PoPu-
- lar in many parts of
the South. One of the longest podded dwarf sorts. The pods
are broad, very flat, irregular in shape, bright green in color, 6 to
7 inches long, and of fine flavor. They are stringy and unattrac¬
tive. The plants are large, somewhat spreading and a tremen¬
dous cropper. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c;
5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-50;
bu. (60 lbs.), $13 00; 2 bushels or more, at $12.00 per bushel.
Refugee or Thousand to One— n°- }J~
ard, very productive sort. The fleshy and solid pods are 5 to
534 inches long, light green in color, somewhat tender, round
and slightly curved, almost stringless, fine grained and of good
flavor. Somewhat later than other green-podded bush varieties,
but widely grown on account of its productiveness. A very good
shipper. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c;
5 Ids., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $4.00;
bushel (60 lbs.;, $15 00; 2 bushels or more, at $14.00 per bushel.
Extra Early Red Valen-
{-j-Qg _ No. 15 — Our improved,
_ extra early, round-pod strain
of this standard shipping sort produces
uniform pods of medium length, 454 to
5 inches, medium green in color, curved,
cylindrical, very fleshy, crisp and
tender. The plants are hardv, vigor¬
ous, and very prolific, even when they
contend with adverse conditions.
Planted extensively by commercial
truckers in the South because of its
shipping qualities. Prices; Pkt., 10c;
54 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs.,
$2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck
(15 lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15.00;
2 bushels or more, at $14.00 per bu.
Black Valentine- — No- 10~“ Popular in the South
- because of its earliness, produc¬
tivity and handsome appearance. It may be planted earlier than
other varieties, as it withstands cold and damp weather; also
resists blight and heat. The round pods are 6 inches long,
slender, and almost straight. The pods hold their dark green
color and attractive appearance on the market better than most
sorts. It is not a stringless variety, but when gathered young,
is of fine quality. A long distance-shipper. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
54 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-50; bu. (60 lbs.), $13.00; 2 bushels or
more, at $12.00 per bushel.
SEED BEAN PRICES
Owing to unfavorable weather in
producingsections, a very small crop
of good seed beans was harvested,
consequently prices have advanced
considerably.
Burpees
Stringless
Green Pod
Beans
Full Measure — Na 12 7 A
- ■ ■ ■ splendid
stringless, early, medium green, high
quality bean that deserves more general
planting for market or home. Pods
are straight, 534 to 6 inches long, very
fleshy, fully rounded, firm but tender,
fine grained, and of good flavor. In
season, it is as early as the Burpee
Stringless Green Pod, but the pods are
somewhat longer and more slender.
The plant is of perfect bush growth,
branching freely and bearing a good
crop of attractive pods. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; 34 lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c;
5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid,
peck (15 lbs.), $5-50; bu. (60 lbs.),
$20.00; 2 bushels or more, at $19.00
per bushel.
Full Measure
Beans are Stringless
and Delicious
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Plant Wax Beans
Best for Salads
Wax or Yellow Podded Garden Beans are in¬
creasing in popularity throughout the entire
country. Large acreages are planted in Texas,
Louisiana, and other southern states for shipment
to northern markets from both spring and fall
plantings. They make a beautiful appearance on
the market. They are of buttery flavor, meaty,
exceedingly tender, and are very wholesome
The six varieties listed on this page are the most
popular as well as the most satisfactory types you
can grow.
Pencil Pod Black Wax — No- 27—
— 1 ■ - The best
of the dwarf, black-seeded wax varieties. The
pods measure to 7 inches in length, fully
rounded, straight, fleshy7, and of a light golden
yellow color. They are brittle, tender, positively
stringless, and are produced through a long season.
Early and very productive. The plants grow 15
inches high and are strong and vigorous. Largelv
planted by7 commercial truckers in South Texas,
also in Louisiana, for shipment to northern
markets. Where the highest quality is desired,
we unhesitantly recommend this splendid yellow
podded bean. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yi lb., 25c;
lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3.50; bu. (60 lbs), $13-00;
2 bushels or more, at $12.00 per bushel.
Currie’s Rust Proof Wax —
No. 31 — Largely grown by truckers in Louisiana
for shipment to northern markets. The pods are
long, 5>2 to 6 inches, flat, straight; the color is
bright yellow and attractive in market. Has
more or less fibre and string. The plants are
vigorous, productive and absolutely rust-proof.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; yi lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c;
5 Jbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15
lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15-00; 2 bushels or
more, at $14-00 per bushel.
Sure Crop Stringless Wax —
No. 24 — Illustrated in color and further described
on page 3 of this catalog. Much resembles our
Stringless Bountiful in the sturdy character and
disease resistant constitution of its plants. The
pods average 6 to inches long, are very meaty,
flat but thick through, and in common with most
black-seeded varieties, is very hardy and may
therefore be planted several days earlier than the
light-seeded sorts. It is very productive, having
a great abundance of large, handsome, golden-
yellow pods which are stringless and tender at
all stages of development. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
yi lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $5-00; bu. (60
lbs.), $18.00; 2 bushels or more, at $17.00 per
bushel.
Currie's Rust Proof
Wax Beans
are hardy and
ship well
Pencil Pod Wax Beans
Ward well’s Kidney
Wax — N°- 23 — An excellent, early garden-
_ _ ers' variety. The attractive pods are
5p2 to 6 inches long, nearly straight, broad, flat, fleshy, brittle, and of a rich golden
yellow color. The quality7 is good. The pods are nearly stringless. The plants
are strong growing and bear their long pods well up from the ground. The
leaves are large, broad and slightly roughened. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yi lb., 25c;
lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,, peck (15 lbs.), $4.00;
bu. (60 lbs.), $15-00; 2 bushels or more, $14.00 per bushel.
Davis White Wax— N,°- 25~A wZl[ known early, attractive
_____________ market sort, much used for shipping. The pods
are large and flat, to 7 inches long, very7 uniform and extremely straight, light
yellow in color; when young, are crisp and tender. The plants are very hardy and
productive. The dry beans are excellent for soup and baking. An excellent home
canning sort. Seed medium large, kidney7 shaped and clear white. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; yf lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck
(15 Ills.), $5-00; bu. (60 lbs.), $18.00; 2 bushels or more, at $17.00 per bushel.
Stringless Kidney Wax-f 0 18~A truly wonderful new string-
- less wax bean. 1 he fleshy pods are 6 to
7 inches long, nearly straight, half-round or narrow flat, very thick, meaty, tender,
entirely stringless, and of excellent quality7. The pods are a rich cream yellow in
color. A vigorous grower, forming an upright bush 16 to 20 inches in height;
entirely free from blight or rust during wet weather. Its attractive appearance
should make it a great favorite among our customers, whether they are commercial
truckers or home gardeners. Splendid for canning also. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
yi lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15
lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15-00; 2 bushels or more, at $14.00 per bushel.
Why Reuter’s Seed Beans are Superior — ^ ]he
_ _ _ _ _ i largest dis¬
tributors of Garden Seed Beans in the entire South. From the very beginning of
our business, we have devoted unusual and exceptional attention to our seed bean
stocks, and this extraordinary care through these years has developed our annual
sale of high-grade garden beans to one of the largest in volume of any seed concern
in America. Reuter's Seed Beans are grown expressly for us under a special grow¬
ing contract arrangement with the foremost breeders and growers in tnis country.
They are produced from the finest stock seed obtainable in the entire world; they
are grown in the mountain states of the west, under irrigation and where there is
no blight or plant pests. Our growers maintain and operate the largest and most
complete trial and improvement grounds in this country, consisting of more than
320 acres. All seed is developed from carefully selected model vines built up into
carefully rogued stocks. Consequently, Reuter's Seed Beans are superior because
of foundation stocks, critical selections, intensive breeding, expert supervision and
constant care on the part of our contract growers.
Stringless Kidney Wax Beans
15
SPRING
19 2 9
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Pole Beans are Later and Bear Longer
Reuter’s Kentucky Wonder or Old
Homestead Pole Beans
Culture — Pole or running beans require care and labor, but when properly grown
usually of longer bearing period than the dwarf sorts and are generally more productive.
Pole or running beans are even more sensitive to cold and wet, as well as to drouth and
hot winds, than the dwarf varieties, but are of superior quality and productiveness. After
settled warm weather, set poles 6 to 8 feet long in rows 4 feet apart and extending north
and south, the poles being 3 feet apart in the row. Let the poles slant slightly toward
the north. Set in this way the vines climb better, and the pods are straighter and more
easily seen. Around each stake plant five to eight beans 1 yZ to 2 inches deep. When
well started, thin to four plants, and see that they all climb around the pole in the same
way, for they will not grow if tied up in opposite directions. Use one packet to twenty
poles; 1 pound to 100 poles; 30 lbs. to the acre. They may also be grown in rows and
supported by wire or along a wire fence; plant the seed 2 feet apart for this method. Top
dress with good fertilizer or manure, working it in as you cultivate.
Reuter’s Ideal Market - No. 47-Our own exclusive introduction.
- . . . ..... it is the earliest and most prolific of all the
green-podded pole beans, being fully two weeks earlier than Kentucky Wonder. Pods
are 53? to 6 inches long, perfectly round, absolutely stringless, meaty, tender and of
excellent quality. Can be planted earlier than other varieties of pole beans because of its
hardiness and robust characteristics. First pickings are just a trifle behind bush beans
planted at the same time. The pods hang in great clusters. Will out yield any other
Eole bean. Largely planted by our truckers for shipment to northern markets. Fine for
ome gardens also. Seeds are black. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 30c; 1 lb., 50c; 2 lbs.,
90c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15-00;
2 bushels or more, $14.00 per bushel.
White Creaseback _ No. 32 — The solid pods are of medium length, 5 to 6
- - - - — inches, almost stringless, round, fleshy, and of an
attractive light green color. The vines are medium sized, vigorous, and in good soil,
wonderfully productive. They are of the best quality as snaps for home use, and stand
shipping better than most sorts. Prices: Pkt., 10c;)? lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs.,
$1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.85; bu. (60 lbs.), $10-50; 2 bushels or
more, $10.00 per bushel.
Kentucky Wonder— N?,- 34-A1so known as Old Homestead. The most
■ ... widely planted of all pole beans. The large and
fleshy pods are medium light green, very long, often reaching 9 to 10 inches, curved and
twisted, nearly round, very crisp when young, becoming very irregular and spongy as
the beans ripen. Nearly stringless. It is an early, very prolific sort. The vines are
vigorous, climbing well, bearing pods in large clusters. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 20c;
lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.60, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.65; bu. (60
lbs.), $9-50; 2 bushels or more, $9.00 per bushel.
Reuter’s Genuine Cornfield — No. 36— if you want a bean for
- - - planting in corn, this variety will
please you. The pods are long, 6 to 7 inches, completely rounded, distinctly creased-
backed, very fleshy and of excellent quality. The color when in condition for use as
snaps is light silvery green, becoming tinged with purple as the pods mature. The vines
are sturdy and climb well. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs.,
$1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 IbsA, $2.85; bu. (60 lbs.), $10.50; 2 bushels or
more, $10.00 per bushel.
Reuter’s Genuine Corn¬
field Beans
Reuter’s White Cornfield—
No. 49 — An early maturing, green-podded
variety producing full, round pods, 5 to 6
inches long, slightly curved and medium
green in color. Being a white-seeded sort, it
is not only desirable for snaps, but also excel¬
lent as a dry shell bean for winter use. A good
climber and long bearer. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
yZ lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $4.50.
McCaslan — N°. 33“* pr°lific
■ white-seeded pole bean.
Pods are 8 to 10 inches long, flat, curved,
meaty, stringless, of a rich green color, and
excellent quality. The dry beans being white
and of good size are excellent for winter use.
Vines continue to bear throughout the season
if closely picked. Prices: Pkt., 10c; J/Z- lb.,
25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid.
Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-00; bu.' (60
lbs.), $11.00.
Reuter s
Ideal Market
Pole Beans
Southern Prolific —
No. 35 — Also known as the Georgian.
The pods are 4 to 5 inches long, round,
meaty, of attractive green color, with a
a faint purple tinge in snap stage, more
reddish on maturity. It is late matur¬
ing, but seems to withstand heat and drouth
when other varieties have quit bearing and
dried up. Vines are strong growing. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c;
5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15
lbs.), $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.), $15-00.
Kentucky Wonder Wax —
No. 51 — The best wax pole bean. The pods are
very long, 8 to 9 inches, handsome, thick,
meaty, of good flavor, but show strings; light
yellow in color. Early maturing. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c;
5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid.
INOCULATE YOUR BEANS
Increase the yield of your beans by inoculat¬
ing with Mulford Cultures — Nitrogen¬
gathering bacteria. It is conveniently put up in
various size containers to meet the requirements
of home and market gardeners. See page 52.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Reuter's Bush Lima or Butter Beans
Large White Lima
Culture: Plant when ground is dry and weather warm in rows 2 feet apart, dropping the bean
6 inches apart in the row, eye down, covering with 1 inch of soil. May also be planted in hills, 3 feet
apart one way, 2 feet apart the other way, using four to six beans to the hill. One pound will plant
100 hills, or 100 feet of row; 60 pounds will plant an acre.
Henderson’s Bush Lima - No 38-The popular Baby Lima It is the earliest
1. .i 1. in.-. or all the bush or dwarf limas. The pods are medium
dark green, short, about 3 inches, flat, and contain three to four beans, which are of excellent quality,
either green-shelled or dry. The plants continue to grow and set pods until stopped by frost. Much
used by canners, as well as for home and market garden use. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 20c; lb., 40c;
2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.60, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.65; bu. (60 lbs.), $9-50; 2 bushels
or more, $9.00 per bushel.
Jackson Wonder Bush Lima - No 39— Also known as Calico Bush. Avery
. . — prolific, drouth resisting dwarf lima. It grows
about 2 feet high, bearing in great profusion broad, flat, medium sized pods, each having from three
to five handsomely speckled beans, which cook quickly and are of superior flavor. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; 3d lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3.00; bu.
(60 lbs.), $11.00; 2 bushels or more, $10.50 per bushel.
Burpee Improved Bush Lima — NoJ i877The e*r[iest maturing of the large
— . . — - seeded limas. I he pods are medium green,
very large, about 5 to 6 inches long, and usually contain four to five beans, which are unusually
thick, of largest size, and luscious flavor. The plants are vigorous and prolific. Prices: Pkt., 10c,
3d lb., 25c; lb. , 45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $4.00; bu.
(60 lbs.), $15-00; 2 bushels or more, $14.00 per bushel.
Fordhook Bush Lima _ No. — The most P°PuIar of all bush lima beans. The
— — — — _ large and thick pods measure 4 3d to 5 inches long, contain
four to five large, oval-shaped, very thick white beans of exceptional quality. The flavor of the
bean is sweet and delicious. The plants grow 20 to 30 inches tall and make a spread of from 20 to
24 inches. The pods are borne in what may be termed as “clusters” which contain from four to
eight pods. Largely cultivated by commercial truckers in Florida and other parts of the South for
shipment. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 30c; lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c; 5 lbs., $2.10, postpaid. Not prepaid,
peck (15 lbs.), $5-50; bu. (60 lbs.), $20.00 ; 2 bushels or more, $19.00 per bushel.
Fordhook Bush Lima
Florida Butter Bean — No. 45— a speckled
. . . pole lima that
blooms and bears profusely throughout the season. The
pods are borne in clusters, about the same size as the Carolina
or Sieva, but are speckled white and brownish red. A depend¬
able, prolific, small-seeded lima that is very popular in the
South. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c;
5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-25;
bu. (60 lbs.), $12.00; 2 bushels or more, $11.00 per bushel.
Reuter’s Willow Leaved— n°- 50-Our own exclusive intro-
■ auction. Ihe best small seeded
white pole lima or “butter bean.” The beans are small and white. Vines are of
large growth, very early, hardy, productive, producing an abundance of pods
from the bottom to the very top. The leaves are willow-shaped; the flavor
distinct and delicious. A drouth resister. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 25c; lb.,
45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $3-50; bu.
(60 lbs.), $13.00; 2 bushels
or more, $12.00 per bushel.
POLE LIMA OR BUTTER BEANS
Culture: The culture is the same as other pole beans, except being more
tender, the seed is usually planted one to two weeks later. One pound will
plant 100 hills; 30 pounds will plant an acre.
Carolina or Siova — No. 42 — A very early and reliable small-seeded
- pole lima that is especially adapted to planting
in the South. The pods are dark green, short, about 3 inches, curved and flat.
The hardy vines grow quickly and mature a fine crop of small but attractive
pods. Will bear until frost. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs.,
75c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.85; bu. (60 lbs.),
$10.50; 2 bushels or more, $10.00 per bushel.
Challenger or “Potato” Lima —
No. 20 — The pods average 3 to 4 inches in length, containing
four to five thick light green beans, and shells out more beans
from a given number of pods than any other Pole Lima.
Plants are vigorous, hardy, late and productive. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; 3d lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 85c; 5 lbs., $2.00, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.); $4.00; bu. (60 lbs.),
$15.00; 2 bushels or more, $14.00 per bushel.
Reuter’s Genuine Willow Leaved Pole Lima
Large White Lima— 19~Als° known
Lima. The pods are-medium dark green, very large,' 5 to
inches long, broad,; flat,, filled with four to five very large.,
white beans of the- finest .quality. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 3d lb.,
25c; lb.!, 45c; 2 lbs.,BQc; 5 lbs., $1185, postpaid. Not prepaid,
peck (15 lbs.), $3.50;' bu. (60 lbs.), $13:00; 2 bushels or
more, $12.00 per bushel.-:.
Henderson’ s Bush Lima
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Early Wonder
Beet No. 65
euters Superb
Garden Beet Seeds
Culture: Sow in rows 18 inches apart,
covering 1 inch deep and pressing the soil
firmly over the seed. When plants are well
established thin 4 to 6 inches apart in the
row. 1 ounce will sow 50 feet of row;
5 pounds for an acre.
Edmand’s Blood Turnip— No 57~A desirable second early
market beet, also suitable for the
home garden. The roots are nearly round; exterior color dark red, interior color
purplish red with little zoning; crisp, tender, sweet, and a good keeper. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; yi lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
J^0U^0j>’g Fireball _ No. 66 — Illustrated in color and described on
— — — — 1 — page 6 of this catalog. A "fancy trade"
builder. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Early Wonder _ No. 65 — This is one of the earliest and most perfectly
1 shaped beet for bunching purposes. Its beautiful
roots are very uniform, nearly globe-shaped, with nice-sized top and small clean
tap-root. The skin is dark red, flesh is deep blood red, with almost no lighter
zoning. It is sweet, crisp and tender. Its attractive appearance and uniformity
of size, shape and color have created a heavy demand from shippers. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 30c; lb., 90c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Crosby Egyptian Beet
Crosby Egyptian —
No. 54 — Where a first-early
market type is desired, our
strain of this variety is un¬
equalled. Roots are slightly flat¬
tened or globe-shaped, and very
smooth. The exterior color is a
dark blood red. The flesh is a
trifle lighter in color, and does
not show pronounced zoning.
Very sweet, tender and richly
palatable. Ideal for bunching.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c;
lb., 30c; lb., 90c; 5 lbs., $3-50,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 60c per lb. ; 25-lb.
lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Detroit Dark Red _ No. 58 — Steadily gaining in favor among large
— — — — — — — truckers, more especially in South Texas.
The roots are medium sized, globular or nearly round, very smooth and of a dark
blood red color. The flesh is deep vermillion red, solid, tender and the flavor is
sweet. Our special stock shows no white zones. The tops are of nice size,
upright, dark green, shaded red. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; J4 lb., 30c; lb.,
90c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.;
25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Early Eclips© _ No. 55 — One of the first to be ready for table. The
■ roots are bright deep red, smooth, round, with small
tap-root. The flesh is bright red, zoned pinkish white; very sweet, crisp and
tender, especially when young. Desirable for home gardens. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 15c; >4 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or oyer, at 70c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Early Model — No 70~A ver?
^ — early, almost
round, rich dark red beet that is gaining
favor with our
local truckers.
The flesh is
deep blood-
red , with
slightlylighter
zoning. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz.,
15c;Xlb-,30c;
lb., 90c; 5 lbs.,
$3-50, post¬
paid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.;
25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Detroit Dark Red Beet
Half Long Blood
_No. 63 — A distinct second early sort. The roots
are deep red, half long, somewhat pear-shaped
and smooth; the flesh is finely grained, free from hard fibre and of sweet flavor.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; l/$ lb. 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid.
Swiss Chard or Spinach Beet — No 68— An outstanding
■' green -leaved Swiss Chard.
The rich green, fairly smooth leaves are thick and fleshy, and their quality is
highly appreciated when boiled. The midribs are also tender and edible, being
lighter green in color. Its
greatest value lies in the fact
that it produces “greens” all
summer long, and is therefore
available when ordinary spinach
is not. May be cooked and
served as "boiled greens" in the
same way as spinach. Our
local market gardeners sow this
seed generously during the late
spring and early summer
months, and find a ready sale
for so-called summer spinach
on our local markets during
the late summer and early fall
months. Prices: Pkt., 10c,
oz., 15c; 3< lb., 35c; lb., $1.03;
5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c
per lb. ; 25-lb. lots or over, at 60c
,, Reuter’s Green Leaved Swiss Chard
Per or Spinach Beet
18
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO,, inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Sugar Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower
Snowball Cauliflower
BORECOLE OR KALE
Culture: Plant during fall, winter or spring
in rows 2 feet apart. Thin or transplant to V/2
to 2 feet apart in the row. 1 ounce will sow
200 feet of row; 4 lbs. will sow an acre.
Dwarf Curled Scotch — -No- 67
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ — A
handsome, very finely curled, dwarf spreading
variety; foliage long and of an attractive green.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; yi lb., 30c; lb.,
$1.00; 5 lbs., $4-00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Blue Curled Scotch — 71 ~
tremely long-standing, compact variety with a
decidedly bluish tinge. Spreading plants with
very short stems, producing a maximum of
extremely finely curled leaves. An excellent
shipper Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; yi lb.,
75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
CAULIFLOWER
Culture: Sow in seed beds in the same manner as cabbage. Transplant when 4 to
5 inches high in rows lyi feet apart and 18 inches apart in rows. Soil must be kept
moist and cultivated thoroughly and often. 1 ounce will produce 2000 plants.
Reuter’s Peerless Snowball — No- 144— Undoubtedly the finest and
_ _ , _ _ _ _ most popular early variety, ine
heads are medium to large size, solid, compact, round, very white, and are developed
earlier than those of any other sort. The plants are compact, with few short, outside
leaves, and well suited for close planting. Prices: Pkt., 25c; yi oz., 50c; yi oz., 75c;
oz., $1.40; yi lb., $4-50; lb., $16.00, postpaid.
Larfie Algiers _ No. 145 — A Iate sort’ sure to beat*> exceiient quality.
- 2 The plant is large, but of upright growth, the leaves pro¬
tecting the heads so that they will endure uninjured a frost that would ruin most other
sorts. Largely planted along the Gulf Coast. Prices: Pkt., 15c; yi oz., 30c, Yl oz->
50c; oz., 75c; X lb., $2.75; lb., $10.00, postpaid.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Culture: The culture is the same as Cabbage; July, August and September are best
planting months. 1 ounce will produce 2000 plants; 6 ounces will plant an acre.
Long Island Improved — No- 77— The b,est so" t0 Plant for market
habit, but furnish a large
yield of excellent sprouts.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;
X lb-.
postpaid.
Brussels Sprouts
Green Curled Scotch Kale
FENNEL
Culture: Give the same general cultivation
as celery, although it is not blanched to the
same degree. An earthing of 3 inches or less,
thrown up around the thickened leaf-stems, is
sufficient.
Italian _ -No. 265 — In this superior type
— - - — the "bulb" is in section a thick
oval and not flat. The young shoots are some
Klein Wanzleben Sugar — n°-
Mammoth Long Red Mangel
MANGELS AND SUGAR BEETS times eaten raw and are used in salads, soups.
Culture: Sow 5 lbs. to the acre, in rows 2 to lyi feet apart, and thin etc. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; yi lb., 40c;
to 8 inches. Give good cultivation. lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5.00, postpaid.
Mammoth Long Red - No- 61-The roots are light red
, — — » and verv large, frequently 2 feet
or more in length by 6 inches in diameter. The flesh is white, tinged
with rose. Grows well above the ground.
Red Eckendorf — 1X10 69 — A heavy cropper, growing almost
_ _ _ on top of the ground and can easily be
harvested. It is broad with rounding top, red in color, and greatly
relished by all kinds of stock.
62 — Without question
best in cultivation;
not the largest in size, but the richest in sugar content. Prices on above:
Oz., 10c; yi, lb., 20c; lb., 60c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 30c per lb.
BROCCOLI
Culture: The same as Cauliflower. 1 ounce will produce 1500 plants.
Italian Green Sprouting — No 73— The true Italian
— *- _ _ strain. A new and dis¬
tinct variety recently introduced from Europe, and is becoming very
popular here. It is quite distinct from the white heading broccoli.
The plants are rapid growing and produce a large head at center of
plant in about 90 days from date of planting. The head is a compact
cluster of tightly closed flower buds and resembles cauliflower only in
shape. When the central head is cut, numerous sprouts develop from
the leaf axes, each sprout terminating in small green separate heads.
These are cut in lengths of 10 to 12 inches and tied in bunches of 2 or 3
for a second crop. Served in the same way as asparagus, they form a
very tasty and nourishing dish. Prices: Pkt., 25c; yi oz., 50c -ryi oz.,
75c; oz., $1.40; yi lb., $4-50; lb., $16.00, postpaid.
St)<ir3.Ch6tti _ ■ No. 74 — More branching than above, produc-
^ ing an abundance of small heads with no center
head. Pkt. ,15c; yi oz., 25c; oz., 50c; yi lb., $1.50; lb., $5-00, postpaid.
White Cape— n°., 72 — Vigorous, hardy, and easily grown;
_ heads are white, compact, and firm. Prices:
Pkt., 15c; yi OZ., 35c; OZ., 60c; % lb., $2.00; lb. , $7. 50, postpaid. Broccoli— Italian Green Sprouting
19,
SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Cabbage — A Main-Stay Garden Crop
FIRST EARLY SORTS
Early Jersey Wakefield - No 84— This most excellent variety
- - - - - — is the earliest and surest heading or
first early cabbages for the market and home garden. The heads are of medium
size, very solid, uniformly pointed and of excellent quality. The plants are
exceedingly hardy, not only resisting cold but other unfavorable conditions.
They are compact and erect, with few outer leaves, which are smooth, thick,
nearly oval and deep green. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 20c; oz., 30c; Y lb.,
90c; I b. , $2.75; 5 lbs., $12.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
$2.25 per lb.
Culture: If the plants are started in a seed-bed, they should not be crowded,
or they will run up weak and slender and will not endure transplanting well.
When 4 to 6 inches high, transplant to open field, setting the plants as deep as
the first leaf stems; give frequent and deep cultivation, drawing the earth to
the plants at each working. Set the early varieties 18 inches apart in rows
1Y feet; the larger and later sorts, 2 feet apart in 3-foot rows. They need a
light and well watered soil, rich in nitrogen. One ounce will produce about
1,500 plants; yi lb. will produce sufficient plants to set an acre.
("JoJdgn. ACT© - No. 102 — An extra early selection of the popular
- Copenhagen, and the earliest round headed cabbage,
maturing with the Early Jersey Wakefield. The heads are of medium size,
round as a ball, hard, solid, very uniform, of fine quality and with small core.
Average weight from 4 to 5 lbs., which permits close planting. Plants are
small, dwarf, compact with few outer leaves. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;
oz., 45c; ]/\ lb., $1.50; I b., $5-00; 5 lbs., $22. 50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at $4.00 per lb.
Copenhagen
Market
Cabbage
Long Island Wakefield
Cabbage
Copenhagen Market _ No. 89 — The earliest large round-headed cabbage yet
- — - introduced. The heads are grown upon a remarkably
short stem, are very solid, average weight 8 to 10 pounds, and of exceptional quality. The
plants are vigorous, but compact, with few outer leaves which are of upright growth. The leaves
are medium light green, nearly round, comparatively thick and smooth. Can be planted as close
as the Charleston Wakefield, thereby producing a larger number of heads to a given area. Our
strain produces uniform, large, round heads that for solidity and excellent quality make this
variety so valuable. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 20c; oz., 30c ;Y lb., 90c; lb., $2.75; 5 lbs., $12.50,.
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.25 per lb.
Long Island Wakefield N/> Sl-A highly reselected and carefully bred strain
- — ■ of the famous Charleston Wakefield, producing
earlier, larger, firmer, heavier and better shaped heads. It is undoubtedly the best pointed or
oval cabbage for the shipper; also splendid for the home garden. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c;:
oz., 40c; 34 lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $17.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
$3-00 per lb.
Charleston or Large Wakefield
No. 83 — About a week or ten days later than the Early Jersey
Wakefield, but the conical heads are fully one-half larger, and
less pointed. The heads are blunt pointed but broad at the base.
Its exceeding hardiness, earliness and size of head have made it
a popular variety with shippers. The leaves are rather large,
smooth, and comparatively thick. The plants are medium
sized, very vigorous, and slightly spreading. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; Y oz., 15c; oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
SECOND EARLY VARIETIES
Steins Early Flat Dutch — No 92— The heads
* - are large for size or
plant, average weight, 12 to 15 lbs., are nearly round or some¬
what flattened, close, firm and very solid. The plants are
short-stemmed, compact and upright, with few and short leaves.
Popular with shippers in the South, because of its heat resisting
qualities; withstands adverse weather conditions. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 15c; oz., 25c; Y lb. , 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs.,
$11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Glory of Enkhuizen - No. 97— An excellent me-
_ z. - - - dium early, short stemmed
variety that is widely cultivated in South Texas for shipment.
The dark green heads are medium to large, nearly round, very
hard and solid, and of fine flavor. Larger and later than the
Copenhagen Market and produces a heavy tonnage. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 15c; oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs.,
$11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Steins Eatly Flat Dutch Cabbage
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
All Head
Early
Cabbages
Grown
from Our
Highly
Selected
long Island
Grown Seed
All Head Early —
No. 86— A splendid second early
market sort producing heads that
are very large for so early as cab¬
bage and of very good quality.
The uniform heads are solid, flat
but very deep. The plants are
compact with few outer leaves,
which are comparatively smooth
and rather thick. The stem is
short. It has excellent shipping
qualities and makes a good ap¬
pearance on the market. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X
lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Wisconsin All Season
No. 101 — A new strain developed
at the Wisconsin Experiment
Station. It has proven very suc¬
cessful in resisting cabbage yel¬
lows. The large kraut growers
now plant this variety almost
exclusively. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 25c; oz., 40c; X lb.,
$1.25; lb., $4.00, postpaid.
Peerless Succession— n°- 9J-\sure h«ding sort. sug^y
■ - later than the second early varieties, ihe
large heads are uniform, flat, very firm, solid, and of fine quality. The plants
are vigorous and strong growing, with a short stem. Popular with our local
truckers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs.,
$11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Surehead _ No. 93 — Always sure to head. This is an exceptionally
_______ __ fine main-crop cabbage of the Flat Dutch type. The uni¬
form heads are large, usually weigh 10 to 15 pounds each, round and flattened,
extra hard and of fine texture. The outer leaves are of upright growth.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Peerless Late Flat Dutch— No 81~A P°Pular an4. W7
esteemed late variety. The heads
are uniformly large, of bluish green color, flat but deep, distinctly flattened on
top, solid, and of excellent quaiicy. The plants are very hardy, comparatively
slow growing, but very sure heading; stem rather short. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
American Savoy-?.?;
leaf cabbage. The heads are large, nearly round,
fairly solid, sweet and tender. The leaves are
numerous, deep green and coarsely crumpled
Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 40c; X lb.
$1.00; lb., $3-50, postpaid.
Glory of Enkhuizen Cabbage
Mammoth Red Rock
No. 96 — The largest and surest head¬
ing red cabbage. The heads are
large, round, very solid, and of a
very attractive intense red color.
The plants are large and vigorous
with medium length stem and
spreading outer leaves. This variety
is used for cole slaw and pickling.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c; oz.,
30c; X lb., 90c; lb., $2.75; 5 lbs.,
$12.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-
lb. lots or over, at $2.25 per lb.
Pe-Tsai or Chinese
Cabbage — No- 82 — s0me-
— - times called Cel¬
ery Cabbage. The leaves when
young are crimped, of light green
color and appear like smooth leaved
mustard, but with much broader
and heavier midribs. The plant as
it matures becomes more upright
and forms heads like Cos Lettuce.
It is of distinctive flavor, very mild
and pleasant. It is served as a salad
like lettuce, or cooked like aspara¬
gus. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 2.0c; oz., 35c; X lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50, postpaid.
COLLARDS
This is a tall, loose leaved cabbage-like or kale-like plant grown throughout
the South for winter greens. Largely cultivated in home gardens for table, and
also grown by truckers for shipment to markets as "Cabbage-Bunch.'' Sow
seed thickly in ground, transplanting when 4 inches high; or sow in drills where
the plants are to remain ana well started thin to 2 or 3 feet apart in the row.
One ounce to 200 feet of row; 6 ounces for an acre.
Southern or Georgia - No' This is the white or green
- - - - — — stemmed variety, growing 2 to 3 feet
high and forming large, loose, open heads or a cluster of succulent leaves with a
rather long stem. A frost, if not too severe, will improve rather than injure the
quality of the leaves. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; X lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs.,
$3-00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Cabbage- Collards - No; y?9— ,A cross between the Georgia Collard
- £2 — . - and Charleston \\ akeheld Cabbage, bred for
the hardiness of the Collard and the flavor and heading qualities of the Cabbage.
Does not grow as tall as the Georgia Collard,
but the leaves grow closer together on the
stem. It is a more tender and better flavored
sort. It does not winter-kill and also grows
fine during hot weather. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 15c; X lb., 40c; lb., $1.50, postpaid.
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GROWN
FROM
ONION
SETS
GROWN
FROM
REUTER’S
ONION
PLANTS
SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Orders will be shipped approximately three to five days after arrival weather conditions per¬
mitting. If plants do not arrive as soon as you expect them, you may know that conditions
beyond our control are responsible for the delay. Unnecessary correspondence and complaints
do not alter weather conditions, but add extra expense and trouble to us and you.
These cabbage plants will stand frost with little or no damage. The word
“frost-proof" does not mean “freeze-proof." However, you will be surprised at
the amount of freezing weather the plants will stand.
To those who want earliness in maturity together with avoiding all the trouble
of cabbage seed sowing and necessary protection of early
spring sown seed and plants, our frost-proof cabbage plants
are a splendid convenience.
These plants can be planted anywhere in the Central South
between January 15th and March 15th with safety, which is
difficult with hot bed or greenhouse grown cabbage plants.
Our frost-proof cabbage plants are produced mom seed
sown during the fall and they make a slow’, vigorous, hardy
growth throughout the entire winter in the open ground.
Varieties: Early Jersey Wakefield, Charleston Wakefield,
Copenhagen Market and Early Flat Dutch Cabbage Plants
only can be furnished.
The above sorts are the best early types for you to plant
for either market or home garden. We will fill orders from
November 1st to April 1st.
POSTPAID PRICES: 100 plants of any of the above
varieties, 50c, postpaid. No order for less than 100 plants of the same variety
filled. All orders for less than 500 of the same variety are accepted at the 100-post-
paid price. 500 cabbage plants, all of the same variety, $1.50. 1,000 or more of
the same variety, $2.50 per 1,000, postpaid to your address.
PRICES BY EXPRESS COLLECT — F. O. B. our growing stations, customer
paying express charges. 1,000 cabbage plants or more of the same variety, $1.50
per 1,000 ; 3,000 cabbage plants (Standard Crate) of the same variety, $1.25
per 1,000.
REUTER’S HARDY ONION PLANTS
Varieties: Yellow Bermuda, Crystal White Wax and Prizetaker Onion Plants.
Orders cannot be accepted for other varieties.
Onion plants are even more hardy than frost-proof cabbage plants, stand¬
ing heavier frosts and even light freezes without injury.
Onion plants are becoming more popular than onion
sets. The set has to be absorbed by the new growth be¬
fore it begins to form the new onion, whereas the plant
begins to grow as soon as it is planted and makes more
headway than the set, producing delicious young onions
that can be pulled green, or if permitted to mature, will
produce splendid onions two weeks ahead of onions
from sets and considerably earlier than onions from
seeds. Onions grown from plants are larger and do not
run to seed in the spring like sets. They can be set out at
the same time you would plant onion sets or cabbage
plants with every assurance of producing a good crop of
either young green onions or dry onions. Onion plants
will usually produce onions much larger than those
grown from dry sets. Plant in rows 15 inches apart and
3 to 4 inches apart in the row.
POSTPAID PRICES — 200 plants of one* variety, 50c,
postpaid. No orders accepted for less than 200 onion
plants of the same kind. Orders are filled by the 100.
All orders for less than 500 of the same variety take the
200 rate.
500 onion plants, all of the same variety, $1.10; 1,000
or more of the same variety, $2.00 per 1,000, postpaid
to your address.
PRICES BY EXPRESS COLLECT— F. O. B. grow¬
ing stations, customer paying express charges. 1,000
onion plants or more of the same variety, $1.00 per
1,000; 6,000 onion plants (Standard Crate) or more of
the same variety, 75c per 1,000.
Chayote, Mirliton or Vegetable Pear — Am°ns the fail
vegetables that can be easily grown in home, gardens of the South the
Chayote (pronounced chi-o-tay) has proved one of the best. It is produced
on climbing vines with perennial roots. Spring planting of
Chayotes is best, except perhaps in southern Florida, where
the winter frosts, if they occur, are usually light. When
planting, place the entire fruit on its side with the broad end
slanting slightly downward; cover the lower end with not
more than 2 inches of soil, leaving the small or stem end ex¬
posed. The fruits should be planted, one in a hill, 15 to 20
feet apart. Plants should be mulched with straw or litter.
Prices: 25c each, 2 for 40c, postpaid.
Rhubarb Roots (Pie Plant) — May be
— - - - - - - - - - planted at
any time during the winter up to the first half of February.
Plant 4 feet apart each way in deep, warm and very rich soil.
These stalks usually grow from 3 to 4 feet long and 3 inches
thick.
We offer only the Myatts Linneus variety, supplying it in
Divided Crowns, the most satisfactory method for transplanting as the Seedling
or Whole Roots do not come true but produce mostly seed stocks.
Prices: By mail, postpaid: Single roots 25c each; 6 roots $1.20; 12 roots
$1.75; 25 roots $3.00; 50 roots $5-00; 100 roots $9.00, postpaid or prepaid.
Horseradish Roots _ As soon as t^le ground can be worked in the
_ _ _ _ _ spring set the roots in rows 6 inches apart,
and about 6 inches apart in the rows; very little cultivation is needed. Late in
the fall pull as many roots as will be required for your winter use, cut off tops,
store them in a barrel and fill with sand, place them in a cool cellar, grate as
wanted.
Maliner Kren — The variety we offer is distinct from the common horseradish,
being of quicker growth, producing larger and heavier roots and with pure
paper-white skin. Prices: By mail, postpaid: 12 roots 50c; 25 roots 75c;
50 roots $1.25; 100 roots $2.25; 500 roots $6.75; 1,000 roots $12.00.
Herbs _ Those marked with an asterisk (*) are
- perennial. Anise No. 281 — Seeds of agree¬
able aromatic taste. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; Li lb-> $1-00.
Basil Sweet No. 280 — For flavoring soups, stews, etc.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c. Borage No. 282 — Leaves used for
flavoring. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; *Caraway No. 284 —
Seeds are used for flavoring bread, etc. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; yi, lb., 30c. *Catnip or Catmint No! 283 — For sea¬
soning. Pkt., 10c; yf oz., 50c. *Chives No. 299 — Excel¬
lent for seasoning. Pkt., 10c; yf oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Coriander No. 285 — Seeds used in confectionery. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c;*}4 lb. , 40c. Cress, Water No. 286 — Pkt.,
10c; yf oz., 25c; oz., 40c. Curled No. 297 — Pkt., 5c; oz.,
15c. Dill No. 298 — Used in making dill pickles. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; yi lb., 40c. "“Fennel Sweet No. 287 — Leaves
used in sauces. Pkt., 5c; oz.', 20c. "“Horehound No. 288
- — For seasoning and cough remedy. Pkt., 10c; yf oz.,
30c. "“Lavender No. 289 — Used as a perfume. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; oz., 40c. Marjoram, Sweet No. 290 — Used
for seasoning. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c. "“Rosemary No. 291
— Aromatic leaves used for seasoning. Pkt., 10c; yf oz.,
35c. *Rue No. 292 — For medicinal uses; good for fowls.
Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 30c. *Sage No. 293 — Much used for
dressing. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; yi lb., $1.00. "Summer
Savory No. 294 — Used for flavoring. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c.
“Thyme, French No. 295 — Leaves and young shoots
used for seasoning. Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c; yi lb., $1.50.
""Wormwood No. 296 — Used medicinally, also for poul¬
try. Pkt., 10c; yf oz., 30c.
NOTICE: No C. O. D.
shipments — We will mail
these plants at the postpaid
prices named below to any
address in the United States
except in California. All
plants must be paid for in
advance. Absolutely no
plants sent C. O. D. by mail
or express. Please do not ask
us to break this very neces¬
sary rule.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO.. Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
1 9 2 9
Every Garden Should Include Carrots
Culture: Sow in rows, 1 34 to 2 feet apart, cover with about 34 inch of
soil. As soon as plants appear, use the cultivator or wheel-hoe. When
of sufficient size, thin out the plants to stand 4 inches apart in the row.
Keep ground free from weeds and grass. One ounce will sow 100 feet of
row; 3 to 4 lbs. will plant an acre.
Chantenav _ -No. 130 — Our strain is specially selected and pro-
- — duces fine uniform roots, with nice-sized bunching
tops. A medium early, half-long, smooth, blunt-rooted sort of deep
orange-red color and delicate flavor. Averages 5/4 to 6 inches in length,
broad at the neck, tapering gently to a blunt end. The flesh is of excellent
table quality. As it lias a nice top, it is very popular for bunching. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Oxheart _ No. 132 — The roots measure 4 34 to 5 inches long, very
_ . stout and thick, ending in an abrupt small tap root.
The color is bright orange-red. The flesh is sweet and tender. Desirable
for soils so hard and stiff that longer rooted sorts would not thrive in it.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; >4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c
per lb.
Danvers Half Long — 121?— I£is sort is sIig^tly ^onge£
. . . . than the Chantenav, growing 6 to 8
inches long, tapering uniformly to a blunt point. The root is smooth and
handsome, of orange red color, with sweet, crisp flesh. An excellent
variety for the shipper, also splendid for the table. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 60c per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Rubicon Carrot — RilbiCOn _ No. 135 — Very similar to Chantenav in appearance, being
One-Half Actual Size _ _ larger, also both longer and thicker. Average length, 6
to 6^4 inches, with nice top of bunching size. The flesh is tender and
free from core. The color is bright orange-red, and the skin is peculiarly smooth. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb. , $1.00; 4 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at 70c per lb.
Chantenay
Carrots —
Two-Thirds
Actual Size
T On£ Orange _ No. ^33 — The roots are 10 to 12 inches long, and
- 2 - 2 — taper in a straight line to the tip. The flesh is of a
deep orange color. A heavy cropper and more generally grown for stock than
for table. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
Large White Belgian - No. 134 — Grown exclusively for stock
- - - feeding. Roots about 10 to 12 inches in
length, very thick. The flesh and skin are pure white. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at 50c per lb.
Golden Plume or Wonderful Celery
Celery Is An Easy Crop To Grow
Culture: The seed should be planted in partly-shaded beds. When the young seedlings are big enough,
set in rows 3 to 4 feet apart, plants 6 inches apart in the row. To blanch gradually hill up the stalks.
Boards pushed up against the row on both sides will accomplish the same purpose. Celery requires a rich
soil ana plenty of moisture so that it can make a continuous growth. One ounce will produce about 3,000
plants; 2 to 4 ounces to the acre.
Golden Self- Blanching — 155 — Originator's French grown original dwarf strain seed.
- & It is the finest early and most profitable celery in cultivation.
Plants are compact and stocky, with yellowish-green foliage; stalks perfectly solid, of fine nuttv flavor and
attain a good size. It quickly blanches a handsome yellow color. This is a big-hearted strain, with no
hollow stalks, even and free from green-top. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 60c; oz., $1.00; 34 lb., $3.25; lb.,
$12.00, postpaid.
Golden Plume or Wonderful - No- 159— Resembles Golden Self-Blanching in appear-
. . . . ance, crispness and fine nutty flavor, though somewhat
earlier, larger and of ranker growth. Blanches quickly a full, solid heart arid rich, golden yellow color.
Shows a marked resistance to blight. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 60c; oz., $1.00; 34 lb., $3.25; lb., $12.00,
postpaid.
White Plume - No. 156 — A very handsome variety. The leaves are bright green, easily blanched
- and a beautifully silver-white color. A good home garden sort. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 25c; 34 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
Pascal - No. 157 — A compact, vigorous, productive variety. The upright leaves are dark
- green; stalks are short, thick and very broad; blanches a beautifully yellowish-
white. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
Celeriac _ No. *58 — Turnip-rooted celery. The roots have been developed bv cultivation and nor
- the leaf stalks. The edible roots are excellent for soups and stews. Also cooked and
sliced as a salad. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 34 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
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SPRING
19 2 9
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Cucumbers for Salads and Pickles
Klondike _ No. 221 — A medium early, white spined cucumber of hand-
_ some, very dark green color and of excellent quality for slic¬
ing. The mature fruits when grown under favorable conditions are often about
8 inches in length, and are uniform in shape and size. The color is very dark
green, slightly striped at the ends. The dark green color is retained remarkably
well, and is affected less by hot sun than most other sorts. Very hardy and pro¬
lific. Its uniform size and shape and splendid color are making this variety very
popular as a shipping sort. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25;
5 lbs., $5.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.; 25-lb. lots
or over, at 75c per lb.
Reuter’s Hybrid White Spine — No 23<?~ A mone7 m“k'
^ - - - - — ing shipping variety for
the southern trucker and an excellent sort for the home garden. A cross between
an English forcing variety and our Evergreen White Spine, combining the fine
appearance and shape of the English sort, with the hardiness and yielding qual¬
ities of the White Spine. It has a long, straight, attractive shape, with a very
rich fresh green color. The fruits measure 8 to 9 inches in length. Holds its
glossy green color longer than most varieties with which we are familiar. A really
delicious slicing variety. The vines are extremely productive. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
Reuter’s
Early Fortune
Cucumbers —
A Splendid
Shipping
Variety
Reuter’s Evergreen White Spine — 215— Acknowi-
- — _ £ _ edged to be the finest
dark green or black White Spine Cucumber for the South. Fully grown fruits
measure 8 to 9 inches long. The color is rich dark green, which does not fade
when the fruits are shipped to distant markets. The flesh is firm, crisp and
tender. The vines are vigorous, and bear an abundance of extra fine smooth
cucumbers of an intensely green color. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c;
lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per
lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
Early Fortune _ -No- 216 — One of the very best long distance ship-
— - - - - ping cucumbers. It will hold its rich dark green
color better and remain edible longer than almost any other strain of the White
Spine. The fruits average 7Y to 8 inches in length, uniform, symmetrical, and
slightly tapering towards each end. The flesh is thick, crisp, and the flavor is
delicious. The plants are productive, early and disease-resistant. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
Reuter’s Everbearing— ^°-. 223TT^n extremely small early
— - 2 variety. If the fruits are kept picked dur¬
ing the growing season it will bear almost indefinitely. It is of little use, except
for pickling, but it is so early in maturing that it is used for the first crop pickles.
The fruits are dark green in color, 4 to
5 inches long. Wonderfully prolific.
A popular home variety, but not for
shipping. Prices: Pkt., 10c, oz., 20c;
X lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25,
postpaid.
Insecticides for
Cucumbers will
be found on
page 48.
Culture: Where earliness is important, plant seed
in dirt bands (see page 48) set in hot-beds or cold
frames, filled with rich, friable soil. When danger of
frost is over, the plants are set in the open ground, the
boxes being cut away, so the roots are not disturbed.
Otherwise, plant in hills, not over 1 inch deep, 4 to 6
feet apart each way, dropping eight to ten seeds in a
hill. Thin out to three to four plants to a hill when
established. Earlier open ground plantings may be
protected with Hotkaps, see page 12. Give frequent
but shallow cultivation until the plants make runners.
One ounce will plant 50 hills ; 2 to 3 pounds to the acre.
Kirby’s Stay Green — No 229— nius-
_ £ _ £ _ trated in color
described on page 4 of this catalog. Popular with
commercial growers in the South, more especially in
Florida. Our extra selected stock of this superb, dark
green, medium sized, early-market cucumber is unex¬
celled. The name, Kirby's Stay Green, is of a variety
or strain produced and sold as such for many years by
seed growers and seed dealers, but when sold by us, it
is not offered as the product of any other seedsman or
grower, but as grown and produced for us by our own
grower and sold as our own product.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y$ lb., 50c; lb., $1.50;
5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at $1.25 per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per
lb., 100-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
Reuter’s Hybrid White Spine Cucumbers
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
RE UTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Cucumbers Should Be In Every Garden
The Vaughan - No. 231 — A truly magnificent extra long cucum-
- — - ber, the finest of the large varieties. Its intense
dark green color, length and well balanced shape easily place it in a distinctive
ciass. The attractive fruits are 12 to 16 inches long, and almost spineless.
It is thinner, darker in color, and more uniform in shape and size than the
Davis Perfect. A fine slicing variety, the flesh is ivory-white and has few
seeds. You can have “greenhouse” cucumbers grown outdoors if you plant
this “straight pack" variety. Makes a beautiful appearance on the market.
Prices: Pkt., 10c: oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Earliest of All — J*?- 224 — Possibly the earliest of the dark White
_ _ _ _ Spine Cucumbers. The fruits are medium in length,
6Y to 7 inches, smooth and very symmetrical; holds its deep green color very
well. Fruits grow very even in size and regular in form. Color dark olive
green with lighter lines running from the blossom end. The flesh is tender and
crisp. The vines are hardy, robust and free from disease. It is also adapted for
pickling. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over
at 90c per lb.
Perfected Davis Perfect — No- 227~The fiilesrt sele“ion of the
_ _ _ popular Davis Perfect. Every fruit
is shapely and holds its fine cylindrical shape clear to the stem end. The beau¬
tiful fruits are very rich green in color, rather long, average 10 inches or more
in length, white spined, quite slender, symmetrical, tapering slightly at both
ends. The flesh is solid, crisp, and of superb quality. The seed cavity is small.
It retains its attractive dark color for a long time after picking. It is an exceed¬
ingly prolific variety. A popular shipping sort. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
1 4 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over,
at $1.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
The Vaughan Cucumber, 15 Inches Long
Improved Long Green — No-, 217_r a j«e, well known
- - - — - — - market and garden sort. The fruits
are very long, often 12 to 15 inches when mature. They are uniformly
slender and of a beautiful dark green color. The flesh is solid and crisp,
unequalled for slicing. The large warts or spines are well distributed over
the surface instead of being clustered at one end, as in some of the inferior
strains of this type. It is extremely prolific, and for hardiness and disease-
resistance is one of the best sorts. A splendid all-purpose cucumber. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.60; 5 lbs., $7-50, postpaid.
Reuter’ s
Perfected Davis
Perfect
Cucumber
Evergreen Pickle — No- 225 — An early maturing, very small dark
- 2 - green cucumber, cylindrical, square-ended, and
very popular with growers for small pickles. It is enormously productive, pro¬
ducing freely of attractive fruit that measures 4 to 5 inches in length. The
pickling factories in the South are insisting on this Heinz strain for pickling.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y, lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5 00, postpaid.
Japanese Climbing — No 226~A distin“ v«-i-
_ t _ _ ety used for its climbing
qualities to cover a trellis or fence. When in the slicing stage
the deep green color is splendid. The fruits grow 9 inches long;
the flesh is thick, firm and tender. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50, postpaid.
Lemon Cucumber — No 228,—As its
- name indicates, it
is a little similar in appearance to a lemon. It is used
for pickling and in salads; the seeds are taken out and
it is stuffed with relishes. The round or slightly oval
fruits are of a light creamy yellow color, and of a
distinctive flavor. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; T4 lb.,
60c; lb., $2.00, postpaid.
Small Gherkins — -N°-. 218— Grown ex-
- clusively for pickles.
The fruits are very small, oval and covered with
spines. The color is a light green. Fruits about 2
inches long. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb-, 60c;
lb., $2.00, postpaid.
Reuter’s Selected Shelled Pop Corn For Seed — Golden Queen — n°- 197-Ears are larger than most sorts The
_ — — - - - — . ■ kernels are rich golden yellow in color. It pops
perfectly when properly cured. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c; 5 lbs.,
Pop Corn is a very profitable crop, yields well even in unfavorable weather and
there is always a good market for it. Plant at the rate of 12 pounds to the
acre, in drills 3 feet apart, dropping seed 1^2 feet .—w-
apart in the rows; or plant in hills, using 5 to 8
lbs. per acre. Cultivate the same as field corn.
It matures earlv and can be fed with profit to
young stock, especially pigs, calves, etc.
White Rice— N°-. 196~A Pr°lific
- white variety. 1 he ears
are 5 to 6 inches long. The kernels are long,
pointed and somewhat resemble rice. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c; 5 lbs., $1.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
12c per lb., 40-lb. lots or over, at 10c per lb.
White Rice Pop Corn
$1.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 12c per lb., 50-lb. lots or
over, at 10c per lb.
Japanese Hulless — 198 ~ A
■ dwarf grow¬
ing variety. The kernels are longer and more
slender than the White Rice. Tender and deli¬
cious when popped and free from any hull or
shell. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c;
5 lbs., $1.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 15c per lb., 50-lb. lots or over, at
12c per lb.
SPRING
19 2 9
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Eat Plenty of Tender Roasting Ears
Culture: If planted in rows, make the rows 3 to 4 feet apart, and plant the seed 12
to 16 inches apart in the row* covering 1 inch deep with fine soil firmly pressed down.
If planted in hills, make hills 3 to 4 feet apart each way, and plant 4 to 6 kernels to the
hill; later thin so as to leave 2 to 3 stalks to the hill . Give frequent and thorough
cultivation until the tassels appear. One pound will plant about 200 hills; 14 lbs.
(peck) to the acre.
SUGAR VARIETIES
GoldGIl Bantam _ No. 190 — This is an early com with golden yellow
- — - - - grains, very tender and of excellent quality. The
ears are 6 to 7 inches long and eight rows of kernels on a cob. Usually two ears to the
stalk. The stalks are 4 to 5 feet high. The flavor is exceptionally rich and delicious.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs.
or over, at 18c per lb.; 50 lbs. or over, at 15c per lb.
Country Gentleman— No. 189-An especially fine quality corn.
- - - ^ . Ears are from 7 to 8 inches long, cob small,
white and densely covered with long, slender, white grains, without row formation.
The stalks are from 6 yi to 7 feet high. It is well adapted for the canner as well as the
home gardener. Many consider it the finest and sweetest of all sugar corns for the
table. Prices: Pkt., 10c ; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 20c per lb.; 50-lb. lots or over, at 15c per lb.
Stowell’s Evergreen _ No. 188 — The best known sugar corn. The
. — - - - - - - 2 - ears are about 7 to 8 inches long, with sixteen or
more rows of the finest sugary grains. The stalks are about Tj/2 feet high. It is
hardy and productive, remaining a long time in condition suitable for cooking.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 65c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 18c per lb.; 50-lb. lots or over, at 15c per lb.
Barden’s Wonder Bantam—^0 199~ An sfiy large eared
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ , _ - Bantam Corn. The stalks grow 5
to 6 feet high and have ears 8 to 10 inches long, filled with eight rows of broad,
rich, golden yellow kernels. We recommend Wonder Bantam to the market and
home gardener, as well as the canner who wants a corn that will produce a large crop
of big ears of high quality. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 18c per lb.; 50-lb. lots or over, at 15c per lb.
SWEET OR FIELD VARIETIES
Extra Early Adams
_No. 191 — Very early and extensively planted for a
first early table corn in the South. The stalks
are about 4 feet high, with small tassel, very few leaves, and without suckers. The
ears are short, 5 to 6 inches long, twelve to fourteen rowed, often nearly as thick as
they are long, and are well covered with coarse husks. The kernels are white and
smooth. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c; 5 lbs., $1.25, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, peck (14 lbs.), $1.75; bu. (56 lbs.), $6.00.
Earlv Lar<>e Adams _ No. 192 — An excellent early field and garden
_ _ _ _ — - — - - - variety, maturing about two weeks later than the
above. The ears are 7 to 8 inches long, twelve to fourteen rowed. The stalks are
about 6 ft. high. Highly regarded by our local truckers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs.,
50c; 5 lbs., $1.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $1.50; bu. (56 lbs.), $5.00.
Truckers’ Favorite Corn
Stowell’s Evergreen Corn
TrUCkGrs’ Favorite _ No. 193 — A true favorite with the shippers in the
_ _ _ South. Produces the finest roasting ears in 65 to
70 days, depending on weather conditions. The handsome ears are 8 to 10 inches long,
fourteen to sixteen rowed, usually two to the stalk; the kernels are white, deep, sweet
and exceptionally tender. Can be planted either early or late. Our strictly EASTERN
grown stock of this variety is unexcelled. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c;
5 lbs., $1.10, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $1.25; bu. (56 lbs.), $4.00;
2 bushels or more, $3-75 per bushel.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Reuter’s Re-Selected Eggplant Seed
New Orleans
Market
Eggplant
Culture: One of the most delicious vegetables grown, yet it is not cultivated to the extent it would be if its
superior and able qualities were better known. Seed germinates slowly and should be started in hot-beds. The
use of ‘‘Dirt Bands” is recommended. See page 48. When plants have two rough leaves transplant 3 to 4
inches apart. When the weather is sufficiently warm, set plants in open ground, allowing 3 feet space between
rows, and 2Y feet space between the plants in the row. Hoe frequently, keeping the soil loose and fine. Earlier
plantings may be made in open ground if protected by Hotkaps. See page 12. One ounce will produce 1000
plants; Y lb. will sow an acre.
Black Beauty — 238 — The earliest and one of the best of all the large-fruited egg-
. _ _ plants. The spineless fruits are of a rich, glossy, purple-black color,
almost egg-shaped, large, and symmetrical. A desirable sort for the market as the fruit holds its
color a long time. The plants are remarkably healthy in their growth. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz.,
25c; oz., 40c; Y lb., $1.40; lb. ,$5-00; 5 lbs., $23.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
$4.50 per lb.
Reuter’s New Orleans Market — No. 236-A distinct eggplant producec
— — _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ from our own carefully saved stocl
seed. The best long distance shipping variety; very popular in Florida and Louisiana with com¬
mercial truckers. A large, long, oval, dark purple sort, absolutely spineless and of the finest
quality. The plants grow large and high, sometimes 5 feet, and bear all fruit entirely off the
ground. Resists heat and drouth; vigorous and prolific. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz.,20c;oz.,35c;
Jq lb., $1.25;lb.,$4.50; 5 lbs., $21.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $4.00 per lb.
NCW York Purple _ No. 237 — Produces fruits in great quantities, plants averaging
— .... — _ from four to six large, oval, spineless fruits of a splendid dark
purple color. A favorite market variety, because of its earliness and the fine quality of its fruit.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 20c; oz., 35c; Y lb., $1.25; lb., $4-50; 5 lbs., $21.25, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $4.00 per lb.
Florida TTitSli Rush _ No. 239 — A wonderful shipping variety- and a good keeper.
_ _ _ _ Of strong, upright growth, holding its fruit well above the
ground. The fruits are similar in form and size to the New York Purple, though not so dark in
color, and more club-shaped. Prices: Pkt., 10c; Y oz-> 20c; oz., 30c; Y lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50;
5 lbs., $16.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3-00 per lb.
CHERVIL — No- 173 — Resembles Parsley, but considered superior to it in flavor. The
. young leaves are used in soups and for flavoring and garnishing meats and
vegetables. When plants are 2 inches high, transplant or thin to about 1 foot apart. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
ENDIVES FOR SALADS AND
GREENS
Culture: Sow in rows, 18 inches apart, covering the
seed firmly with Y inch of soil. When plants are of
sufficient size, thin to 10 to 12 inches apart in the row.
When nearly fully grown, gather the outer leaves to¬
gether in conical form and tie the tips together in order
to blanch the heart of the plant. One ounce will sow
150 feet of row; 3 to 4 lbs. will plant an acre.
Large Green Curled — No 1 h f
- — - - - - - most hardy and
vigorous sort; leaves bright, deep green with outer mid¬
ribs usually showing traces of rose. The flavor is refined to a degree. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.
Early White Vienna Kohlrabi
KOHLRABI— A DELICIOUS VEGETABLE
Culture: Sow in rows 18 inches apart, and when well established thin to 6
inches apart in the row. One ounce will so%v 200 feet of row; 3 to 4 lbs. will
plant an acre.
Earliest White Vienna — No. 306 — Extremely early with dis-
- - tinctly small tops, but of sufficient
size for easy bunching. The bulbs are of medium size, very light green or nearly
white; of best quality for table if used when 2 to 1Y inches in diameter. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.
Broad Leaved Batavian — 2?- 250— Also known as Escaroiie.
- - - - - - Ihe leaves are of upright growth,
broad, more or less twisted and waved, bright deep green, with a nearly white
midrib. The inner leaves form a fair head which blanches a creamy white.
Frequently served as Spinach, when its flavor and health-giving properties render
it of high value. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb-, 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.
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Reuter’s Black Beauty Eggplants
SPRING
19 2 9
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
S!
Cantaloupes for Breakfast or Dessert
Gold Lined Rocky Ford
Culture: A rich soil produces the best melons. Sow in open ground when all danger of frost is past, in
hills about 4 to 6 feet apart. Put eight to ten seeds in a hill, covering with X to 1 inch of fine soil. When
plants have produced their rough leaves, thin to four plants in a hill. Give frequent but shallow cultiva¬
tion. Earlier plantings may be accomplished by the use of Hotkaps. See page 12 of this catalog. One
ounce will plant 50 hills; 2 to 3 lbs. will sow an acre.
FOUR GREEN FLESHED VARIETIES
Fxtr£i Early Hackensack _ No. 121 — One of the most popular of the extra early green
- - - - - fleshed varieties. The fruits are medium to large in size,
nearly round or somewhat flattened, evenly and deeply ribbed and with very coarse netting. The skin is
green, slightly tinged with yellow as the fruits mature. The flesh is also green, a little coarse, but juicy
and sweet. Prices: Pkt., 10c, oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid.
Eden Gem _ No. 109 — A type of green fleshed Rocky Ford that is a money maker for the trucker
— — — — — and a very satisfactory sort for the home garden. The shape is round, very uniform in
size; the netting is very heavy, completely covering the melon. The flesh is very thick, tinted yellow at
center, and of delicious flavor. The vines are rust-resistant, producing an enormous crop of very uniform
fruits. The firm flesh and heavy netting permit its being shipped long distance. We offer an exceptionally
fine stock of this early sort. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; X lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
SALMON OR ORANGE FLESHED VARIETIES
Hcila’c Rast _ No. 103— A remarkable very early, profitable shipping melon
ndlC & from the Imperial Valley in California. Melons are oval in
shape, with heavy netting and ribs hardly apparent. The flesh is exceptionally thick
and firm, of fine flavor, a deep salmon color, with very small seed cavity. It is ten
days earlier in maturing than other shipping types of the Rocky Ford. Size, 8x43-2
inches; weight, 2X lbs. Our seed is saved only from selected melons from fields that
are carefully rogued. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; X lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over at 90c
per lb.
Rontor’cnrcjiidpFlpull _ No. 105— Illustrated and described on page 5
Keuter surangeTiesn of thig catalog The Iast word in canta.
loupes for the fancy trade. Shows outstanding merit as an early market melon. It
runs standards to jumbo sizes, and quite uniform in size, shape and color. Color o
flesh is deep, rich red-orange tint, and the seed cavity is the smallest of any canta¬
loupe grown. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
rallnrk _ No. 119— Identical with the Eden Gem, except the flesh
_ is salmon tinted, instead of green. The nearly round
lits are extremely uniform, heavily netted, with no trace of ribs. It is fairly early,
le seed cavity is small, and the rich, thick salmon flesh is of excellent flavor. Being
splendid shipper and highly rust-resistant, it is a leading favorite with market
owers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; X lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid,
at prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at 90c per lb.
Texas Cannon
Ball - No‘ N4— A per-
1 fectly round,
green fleshed melon, a little
larger than our Rocky Ford.
It is completely covered
with netting and has no
trace of ribs. It is early and
its most remarkable feature
is the thickness of the flesh,
which is not excelled by any
other kind. Size 5%x6 in.
weight, 3/4 lbs. Prices:
; oz., 15c; X lb-,
,$1.25; 5 lbs., $5.00,
postpaid.
Gold Lined Rocky Ford-?°:„
is well adapted for planting in the South
either for market or home
use. This melon has a gold
lining next to its small seed
cavity, making it unusually
attractive when cut. It is
medium early in maturing.
The flesh is very thick,
sweet, spicy, while the shape
is nearly round with a com¬
plete covering of netting and
no ribs. The vigorous vines
produce plenty of uniform
fruits of the finest flavor.
Size 53^x5 inches. Weight,
2}4 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; X lb., 50c; lb.,
$1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.,
25-lb. lots or over, at 90c
per lb.
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Hearts of Gold Cantaloupes
SEEDS FOR THE SOOTH
REUTER SEED CO., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Luscious Melons from Your Own Vines
Hearts of Gold — No- 104 — This is an orange fleshed variety of
medium size, ideal as a shipping melon, and a desir¬
able mid-season sort for the home garden. The fruits are nearly round, with
tendency to heart-shape, distinctly ribbed and covered with a fine gray netting.
The flesh is tender ana thick, of excellent flavor, being very sweet and delicious.
The vines are productive and blight-resisting. It is about 25 per cent larger than
the standard Rocky Ford types. Size, 6x5 inches; weight, 2 lbs. Customers can
be assured of the purity of our strain, all of which has been saved from hand-cut
selected fruits. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at
90c per lb.
Burrell’s Gern _ Ho. HO — One of the best yellow fleshed melons.
- The fruits are of medium size, distinctly ribbed and
beautifully, netted. The flesh is firm, fine grained and of highest flavor. The
color is rich, deep orange yellow. The flesh extends to the rind and retains its
color and quality quite to the outer shell which, though thin, is very hard and
firm. The vines are vigorous and productive. Size, 6^x5 inches; weight 3 lbs.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid.
Hale’s Best or “H. B.” Cantaloupes
Banana Cantaloupe-^-
when mature. The pink flesh is really delicious. Its banana-like flavor and
shape make it a splendid home garden sort. The melons grow 14 inches long and
4 inches in diameter; stands summer sun as no other cataloupe and will continue
to bear until late in the season. It is very vigorous and productive. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; 34 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50, postpaid.
THREE LATER VARIETIES
HorSPV Rail _ No. 128 — The result of a cross between the Texas Cannon
_ * Ball and the Honey Dew Casaba Melon. Averages a little
larger in size than the Rocky Ford. Shape is round as a ball, slightly netted,
and has a very thick wall of very delicious green meat clear to the rind. Very
small seed cavity, high sugar content and delicious flavor. Rind hard and
tough, splendid shipper. Color of rind greenish white until fully ripe,
when they turn to a light yellow. Matures a week later than the
Rocky Fords, and continues to bear after other cantaloupes are gone.
They are in best condition to pull for home use and to ship to nearby
markets when they turn a light yellow color. Size, 634x6p2 inches
weight 3p2 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 34 lb., 75c;
lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid.
HoiieV Dew _ No. 115 — The fruits are of medium
- — . size, round or slightly oval. The
skin is smooth wfirh an occasional net and when fruits are
ripe is creamy yellow in color. The flesh is light emerald
green, fine grained and of very sweet, sugary flavor. Rind
is thin, but very firm, and the fruits stand shipping remark¬
ably well. If picked shortly before fully mature the fruits
will keep for several weeks.
Matures about two weeks later
than the Rocky Fords. Easy to
grow. Size 10x8 inches, weight
6 to 8 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20c; yi lb., 60c; lb., $2.00; 5 lbs.,
$8.75, postpaid.
New Orleans Market— N0; 1137^An ,old fashioned large musk-
— — ■ melon of Creole origin largely cultivated
by our local market gardeners, more especially for local market consumption.
The flesh is greenish-yellow, well ribbed, of excellent quality and a good keeper.
Melons often weigh 12 to 15 lbs. each. Highly prized by those seeking a large,
heavy netted, well ribbed muskmelon of good eating qualities. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; 34 lb., 60c; lb., $2.00; 5 lbs., $8.75, postpaid.
R0U|;0j*’g Wonder — -No. 127 — Rapidly becoming one of our most
-- popular melons. A salmon-fleshed melon
approaching perfection in size and its eating qualities are unsurpassed. There is a
total absence of coarse, stringy flesh that is usually associated with large melons.
It is a big, almost round melon, usually heavily netted. Average weight, 4 to 6
pounds, but it is not uncommon to pick many weighing 10 to 12 pounds. Not a
shipping variety, but highly recommended for the home garden. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; 34 lb-. 50c; lb., $1.50, postpaid.
Golden Honey
1 )0W - Ho. 126 — Same qual-
- ities as the Honey
Dew described above, except the
flesh is golden yellow instead of
green. The fruits are a little
more oblong than round, and
the best specimens are quite
heavily netted. Ships well and
keeps well. It is of a distinct
honey-like flavor, more luscious
and juicy than other melons.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 34
lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs. ,$11.25,
postpaid.
Reuter’ s Wonder Cantaloupe — Sweet as Honey and of Large Size
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Reuter’s Watermelon Seed
Our watermelon seed is grown for us from our own stock seed, originally
obtained from the most expert propagators and by painstaking care kept in a
pure and undefiled state — true-to-type and character. The seed is planted, grown,
rogued and harvested according to our own specifications and Mr. Reuter visits
and inspects every field of watermelons that produces our seed supply. No seed
concern in America can supply you with better melon seed and few, indeed, can
equal our stock.
Culture — Prepare hills 8 to 10 feet apart each way, by thoroughly working into
the soil an abundance of well rotted manure. When the ground is warm, plant
six to eight seeds to the hill, covering 1 inch. When plants form first leaves,
thin to three plants to the hill. One ounce will plant about 50 hills; 3 to 4 lbs.
to the acre. Earlier plantings can be accomplished bv protecting with Hotkaps.
See page 12.
Reuter’s Blue Banner Watermelon
No. 621 _ A most remarkable new watermelon. We introduced this
- melon to our customers after years of severe testing, and it has
received a most enthusiastic reception. We have received many letters this
season telling us of the great satisfaction it has gi\en. It is early and large and
one of the very best all-round melons. Normal fields will produce melons
averaging 40 to 50 pounds each. It is a most delicious eating melon, with rich,
sugarv flavor, free from any acid taste after eating. The flesh is fine grained and
blood-red in color without a trace of fibre, fairly melting in the mouth. Melons
are large and uniform in size, cylindrical in shape, with a tough rind about 1/l
inch thick. The vines are vigorous and enormously productive. Truly, a most
wonderful all-purpose melon.
For the grower who must have a long distance shipping variety, or the farmer
who grows for local markets, but must haul his crop long distances, Reuter's
Blue Banner will fit their needs admirably. The originator hauled some twenty
truck loads a distance of 21 miles to market over some very rough, rocky roads,
without breaking a single melon. Its most attractive outside appearance, being
a dark, almost solid bluish-green in color, with its exceptional flavor, makes it
equally desirable for home growing, local marketing or shipping to distant
points. The picture to the left is reproduced from a photograph of a run-of-field
melon grown this past season on our
seed grower's farm. We unhesitatingly
urge our melon-loving customers to try
this splendid watermelon. If you grow
melons for marketing and shipping,
and are partial to the variety you now
produce, test out a small patch of our
Blue Banner and see for yourself just
how good it really is and how it com¬
pares with those you are accustomed to
grow. As a home melon, where the
melon patch is grown for the delight
and pleasure of the family, the Blue
Banner will prove a unanimous choice.
All watermelons are good but some are
better than others, and the Blue Banner
is the sort that is so good that people
when eating it will likely inquire what
variety it is. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20c; yi lb., 60c; lb., $2.00; 5 lbs., $8.75,
postpaid. Nor prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at $1.50 per lb.
Reuter’s Stone Mountain Watermelon
No. 619 _ This me^on is becoming more popular throughout the
- South and our pure-bred seed is in big demand. It is
very sweet, grows very large and is almost round or square-shaped.
The picture shown at the lower right-hand corner of this page is an
ideal representative fruit of this variety. It is a rich, dark green in
color, has a medium rind, and the flesh is an attractive deep red. Good,
rich melon soil will produce crops averaging 40 to 80 pounds to the melon
and the weight, shape, and general attractiveness of the melons will induce
highly profitable prices in all markets where round melons are preferred.
It should be planted for home and nearbv
market use and I would caution com¬
mercial growers to go slowly and test
out thoroughly its shipping qualities before
planting heavily for that purpose. The
Stone Mountain is a very prolific, a splendid
drouth resister and will produce a good
profitable crop of late melons at a time
when melons are frequently scarce. Seed
supply limited.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; J-4 lb., 60c;
lb., $2.00; 5 lbs., $9.00, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.75 per lb.
A Round Melon
That Grows
Large and Sells
Readily
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Reuter's Wondermelon
What Melon Growers Think of the W o nd e r m e 1 o n ^Ir J M Hog/0* a
_ _ _ _ _ _ Kentucky producer,
writes: “Your Wondermelon is certainly a wonder. I have been raising watermelons for the market over forty
years and think the Wondermelon the best I ever raised. I planted pound of seed and sold $250 worth of
melons." Mr. D. E. Denley, a Mississippi melon grower, tells us: “Your Wondermelon is the best water¬
melon grown. My patch was fine, melons weighing 60 pounds each." Mr. Andrew J. Gregory, another good
Mississippi customer, writes us: “I planted 2J-2 acres in your Wondermelon and there was not a mixed one in
the patch."
Me FINEST
WATERMELON
EVER INTRODUCED
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“Where the Watermelon Hearts Are Red” —
Under this title, a special writer in the New Orleans Times-Picayune, wrote:
"Perry County (Mississippi) along with the adjoining counties, produces what
are said to be the best watermelons in the state. When a farmer takes a car to the
markets the first question asked is: 'What are the size and variety of your
melons?’ When he gives the ready answer, 'The Wonder, average weight 30
pounds, maximum weight 69 pounds,’ the prospective buyer's face brightens and
he soon possesses the most tempting fruits known to man, paying a minimum
price of 25c or perhaps the maximum of one dollar each. Why is the Wonder
demanded? Any Perry County melon producer will answer, ‘It cuts better.’
By that he means the heart will be perfect, red to the core. It has eclipsed the
famous Tom Watson variety, as well as leaving the Florida Favorite far
behind."
Wondermelon _ -N°- 607 — The pictures shown on this page, together
_ _ _ _ _ with the one on page 5 in actual colors, should con¬
vince you of the superioritv of Reuter's Wondermelon over any other variety.
These illustrations are made from photographs sent direct from our grower and
the one at the bottom of this page shows a portion of one field from which our
seed was obtained. It possesses a flavor that is not approached by any other
variety; so much so that people will come back to retailers and ask for it by
name. Its rind is thin, but tough, and it will stand safe shipment for reasonable
distances. Its flesh is a rich red and full of flavor right up to the rind, without
any hollow. The seeds are large and white and relatively few to the melon.
It is large and long, resembling the Tom Watson, but thicker. The color is dark,
solid green, a most attractive article. Anyone who plants watermelons, for any
purpose, should plant Reuter's Wondermelon.
Prices for Reuter's Original Wondermelon seed — Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Ft lb., 50c;
lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at$1.25 per lb.
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
No. 617— $1,000 Net from Two Acres
-That’s what our Schochler Melon produced for
one of our good Tennessee customers. But let’s
let Mr. L. W. Moser tell his own story: “Just a few words of praise in regard to your wonderful Schochler Melon.
We had two acres planted in this variety and they netted us $1,000.00. They averaged from 40 to 99 pounds apiece
and every one thought them so sweet and good. We took 30 to market which weighed one ton ana another load
of 43 weighed 2700 pounds. People come from far away to see them and, of course, always bought them from me."
Mr. Lee Trousdale, an Alabama melon grower, writes: “The Schochler Watermelon I got from you produced fine
and was the best red, juicy meat I ever tasted. Weighed one that scaled 83 pounds." Mr. E. B. Chapman, another
good Alabama Customer of ours, wrote us: “I sold 30 melons from my field at $1.00 each one single morning before
breakfast and not one melon weighed less than 50 pounds.” Another gratified customer, Mr. D. P. Hurr, of Texas,
tells us: “There is no disappointment when you plant Reuter’s seed. Last year I raised Watermelons that weighed
75 pounds from your Schochler Seed." These expressions are typical of the satisfaction that is expressed to us,
by letter and by word of mouth, by commercial and market growers in every melon growing section of the South,
of the behavior of our Schochler Watermelon.
Grows
Extra, Large
Fine Flavor
and,
BRINGS
TOP PRICE
This melon was bred and perfected by J. Palmer Schochler, of Rusk, Texas, a
commercial melon grower of long experience. It is a long, thick melon as is
plainly shown in the picture below. It has a relatively thin rind, yet it is ex¬
tremely tough and will stand long shipment and ordinary handling. Its size is its
great feature, carload after carload averaging 46 to 48 pounds and market trucks
averaging 70 to 85 pounds to the melon, according to advices reaching us from
growing and shipping points. Its meat is a dark red, fine grained, with no white
parts, and its flavor wins everyone upon first taste. The melon is a rich dark
green, with a faint, practically invisible stripe. It is
not strictly a prolific melon, as the word is usually
used, for it produces only about four melons to the
vine, but the total production in pounds from a single
vine, because of the uniformly immense size of the
melons, more than makes up for this lack. It is a
remarkable drouth resister and will always produce
a second crop of melons from the same hills, averaging
25 to 35 pounds each. If you have but a small melon
patch for home use, raise a few Schochlers and have
your neighbors marvel at their immense size. Com¬
mercial and market melon growers will find this
variety highly profitable for its extra size will invari¬
ably bring a premium price and consequent high
profits. Turn to page four of this catalog and see
another picture of the Schochler in actual colors.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; yi lb., 50c; lb., $1.50;
5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots oi
over, at $1.25 per lb.
Reuter's Florabama Watermelon
Reuter’s Florabama
Watermelon — No 6^° ~ A
_ cross between
the Alabama Sweet and Florida Favor¬
ite, patiently bred and developed by
Mr. R. C. Govett, Seguin, Texas. It is
one of the best shaped and one of the
earliest large melons grown. The rind
is thick making it a sturdy shipper and
sun resister. It is a shy seeder, grows
large, many weighing 60 to 80 pounds,
ana has an excellent flavor. It brings a
premium in many markets where it is
well known and hundreds of cars are
annually shipped from Texas, where it
originated. It is not a new melon to the
melon growers of the southwest, for
it enjoyed a local reputation for years.
We believe we are doing the commer¬
cial melon growers of the entire South
a service in making possible the wide
distribution of the seed of so desirable a
melon. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
% lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $7 00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at $1.25 per lb.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Grow Watermelons for Home and Market
Tom Watson Watermelon
Florida Favorite _ -N°- 612 — An extra early melon, oblong in shape
■ . 1 — " - and grows to a fair size. Rind is light green
with irregular stripes of dark green. The rind is thin but firm. The flesh is very
bright, deep red, very sweet and tender. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 30c;
lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $3.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c
per lb.
Halbert Honey — No- 61°— An unusually
— — 1 — — — — — — — sweet watermelon. The
fruits are attractive in appearance and uniform in
shape. They are long, measuring 18 to 20 inches in
length, and from 6 to 8 inches in diameter. The ends
are blunt, and there is no sign whatever of neck. The
average weight is 30 to 35 lbs. each. The flesh is
crimson, extending within less than Y inch of the
rind. In quality it is simply wonderful, and of a
rich fruity flavor, peculiar to itself. Devoid of all
fibrous substances, the sweet flesh fairly melts away
in the mouth like as much honey. The hardy vines
are very prolific. Medium early. Recommended for
the home garden because the thin rind does not stand
long-distance shipping. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c;
Yu lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid. Not i - _ 1 _
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 75c per lb.
Thurmond Gray — No- 616—A IonS> thick, excellent shipping
_ _ _ — melon, maturing about the same time as the
Tom Watson. The rind is of a rich greenish-gray color, which makes it hard to
sunburn. The flesh is solid, bright red, sweet, and of fine quality. Wilt-
resistant and prolific. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs.,
$5.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 75c per lb.
Kleckley Sweet — -No- 613~ A very at-
- - - tractive melon with
oblong fruits, 18 to 20 inches in length by 10 to 12
inches in diameter. The skin is rich glossy dark
green, and the rind is unusually thin with the flesh
ripening close to it. The color of the flesh is a beauti¬
ful bright scarlet, of most luscious sweetness and rich
flavor. The vines are productive. A desirable melon
for home use and near-by markets, but rather tender
to ship. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y, lb., 40c; lb.,
$1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid.
Tom Watson — No- 601— The most PoPu-
- — ■ — - lar of all shipping varieties.
The fruits are large and long in shape, measuring 18
to 24 inches long, by 10 to 12 inches in diameter. The
melons will weigh 35 to 50 lbs. each. The dark green
rind is tough and fairly thin. The flesh is rich red,
sweet and tender. Our stock always cuts red. The vines are vigorous and
prolific. Our extra selected seed is extensively planted by large commercial
growers and shippers. No seeds are saved from melons weighing less than 25
pounds. Every melon with the slightest defect, whether it be off-color, unripe
heart, is cast aside and only the choicest hand selected seed is permitted in our
stock. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y, lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 75c per lb.
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Thurmond Gray Watermelon
Halbert Honey Watermelon
Georgia Rattlesnake — f°- 6o6— one of the largest and best
_ _ _ known watermelons cultivated in the
South. The fruits are very long, of a light green color, distinctly blotched and
striped with a darker shade. The flesh is bright scarlet, fairly tender and sweet.
A second early variety suitable for both shipping and home use. Prices: Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $3 75, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Irish Gray _ No. 609 — A very popular ship-
~ ~ ping variety, and also desirable
for home garden. The fruits are long oval in shape,
and of a light yellowish gray color. The rind is
exceptionally hard and firm. The flesh is bright red,
sweet, firm, but free from any hard centers and stringi¬
ness. A very desirable variety for those who prefer
a long, light colored shipping melon. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 75c
per lb.
Ice Cream -Yellow Fleshed —
No. 611 — A medium sized melon with golden yellow
flesh that is crisp, sweet, tender. The rind is light
green, grows oblong in shape. The rind is thin but
hard. A popular melon for the home garden.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25,
postpaid.
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Lettuce — The Most Popular Salad Crop
Culture: For general crop, sow in rows 18 inches aparc and thin the young plants to 10 to 12
apart in the row. If for cutting and not for heads, they may be left much closer. Constant cultivation
is necessary. One ounce will sow 150 feet of row; 3 pounds will plant an acre.
Reuter’s Mammoth Big Boston — No. 319-Our improved strain of this Pop-
_ ular lettuce is tar superior to anything on the
market. Heads are extra large and compact, finely shaped, globular, medium light green, with a
tinge of brown on margins of outer leaves. It is very early, hardy, and stands shipping well. The
are broad, comparatively smooth, but wavy at edge; thin, very hard and crisp. The head itself is firm,
brittle, buttery, and the interior quite a golden yellow. It heads up well under cold weather condi¬
tions, and is largely grown in the South for market and home use. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y lb.,
50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.
New York or Los Angeles Market — 0 • ?18~^.Is° ca*led Won'
_ _ _ _ _ derful. This is the variety
so largely grown in California and other western states and shipped to eastern markets
under the trade name of Iceberg. Forms perfect heads of enormous size, which resemble
cabbage in their solidity, measuring from 12 to 15 inches across, frequently weighing 2 to
3 pounds each. The outer leaves tightly overlap, and are an attractive deep green in
color; broad, frilled at edges, while the heart blanches up beautifully. The quality is
superb, being extra crisp, sweet and tender and entirely free from any bitter taste. This
splendid lettuce must not be confused with "Iceberg'’ offered on this page, the outer
leaves of which are tinged with brown. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb.,
$2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.75 per lb.
Iceberg _ No. 322 — A large, late, crisp, cabbage-heading variety. The heads are
_ - very firm, hard and well blanched. The leaves are unusually broad and
quite blistered and crumpled, borders finelv frilled. The color is medium green, with
faint brown tracing on the border. Forms hard, white, tender heads even during warm
weather. Too brittle to be a good shipper. Commonly confused with the New York,
but is distinct, being much lighter in color. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; Y lb., 75c; lb.,
$2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.75 per lb.
Grand Rapids _ No. 324 — A loose leaf type. Best for forcing. The plant is
— _ _ _ _ _ _ upright and forms a loose cluster of large, thin, bright green
leaves, savoved, finely crimped at edges. Very attractive for garnishing. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid.
White Paris Cos —
or Romaine Lettuce
— crisp tender
and sweet
Paris COS _ No. — The best ^nown and most dependable
— — — — - - — — of the Romaine or Celery Lettuce type. It is
medium large, strictly self-closing, makes a well-blanched, firm, loaf-shaped
head, of superior quality. The leaves are oval in form and smooth. Color
medium green. Delicious when served with French dressing. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at $1 .00 per lb.
Reuter's Mammoth Big Boston Lettuce
Chicken Lettuce _ No. 323 — Here is a genuine lettuce which will
- yield as much or more chicken or rabbit feed as
any "greens” plant. When once cut it starts to grow again. The leaves can be
pulled off each stem like kale. Chicken lettuce does not make a head, but sends
up stalks 3 to 4 feet high, just loaded with leaves. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
Y lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid.
New York or Los Angeles ( Wonderful ) Lettuce
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Sow Mustard for Healthful “Greens”
Fordhook Fancy Mustard
The large green leaves of mustard are used as a salad or cut and boiled like spinach or turnip
tops, forming a most palatable and healthful type of "greens."
Culture: Sow frequently throughout the year in rows 12 to 18 inches apart, covering inch
deep. Water freely. Thin to 4 inches in the row. Give clean cultivation, keeping free from grass
and weeds. One ounce will sow 100 feet of row; 2 to 3 lbs. will plant an acre.
No. 344 — The plants are of vigorous growth and have beautiful
dark green leaves which curve outward like a fine ostrich plume.
It is a handsome variety, of strong growth, yielding large quantities of greens. The plants stand
a long time before bolting to seed. The flavor is mild and the leaves are excellent for garnishing
and salads. It is a favorite with the shippers in South Texas. Does well even during hot weather.
Cooked and served like spinach, the flavor is inviting, while the plant possesses healthful tonic
properties. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y\ lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Fordhook Fancy
Reuter’s Florida Broad Leaf Mustard
No. 342 — An excellent sort with large, light
green, plain or comparatively smooth leaves.
The plant is of quick growth, fairly upright
when young, becoming somewhat spreading
at maturity. The succulent leaves are tender,
mild, and free from bitter taste. Prices: Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
50c per lb. ; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
White English — 345 — t h e
_ 2 _ leaves are com¬
paratively small and smooth, deeply cut or
divided, and of medium dark green color. The
plant is upright, of rapid growth and soon
bolts to seed. The leaves, when young, are
mild and tender. The seeds are also used in
pickling for family use, and the seed when
ground up compose what is known as "mus¬
tard" in the stores. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
Y \ lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3 00, postpaid.
No. 331 — The largest variety. Stem short,
6 to 8 inches long, but very thick, often 3
inches in diameter. Leaves dark green. A
hardy variety. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; l/^
lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
FlrvriHa Rrrittd T Ptif _ -N°- 343— Plants are rather tall and up-
Tionaa uroaa ueai right growing> and produce conslderabie
more leaf growth than other varieties. The leaves are large, broad, compar¬
atively smooth, and have broad, distinct midribs. When cooked the leaves are
of excellent quality. This variety is quite distinct in that ic stays in condition
without bolting to seed considerably longer than most other sorts, which makes
it an ideal sort for soring planting in the South. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
i’; lb., 25c; lb., 75c ; 5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
50c per lb.
Chinese Broad Leaved —
Southern Giant Curled - No 341— Plants are vigorous and
- — - - hardy, of upright, spreading
growth. The leaves are large, light green, tinged with yellow, much crumpled
and frilled at edges. Highly esteemed in the South for market and home garden,
because of its vigorous growth, ha.rdiness and good quality. Prices: Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; 3-4 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at 50c per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at 30c
LEEKS
Culture : Sow in rows 18 inches apart and yi
inch deep. Cover firmly. Thin plants to 6
inches apart in the row and draw the earth
about them when cultivating. If one desires
very white and tender leeks transplant wrhen
about 6 inches high, setting 4 inches apart in
trenches about 2 feet apart and gradually
earth up like celery. One ounce will sow 100
feet of row; 4 lbs. will plant an acre.
London Flag - No: 33ChCA very fine,
- — early productive vari¬
ety, being a strong, quick grower and of mild
flavor. The stems are 2 inches in diameter and
blanch 10 inches from the root. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; oz., 25c; 34 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
Monstrous Carentan —
PARSNIP
The value of the Parsnip as a culinary vegetable is well known but it is not gener¬
ally appreciated at its full value for stock feeding, especially for milk cows. Excellent
for table use, prepared like turnips or carrots.
Culture: Sow seed in rows which are feet apart, covering firmly with about
)/2 inch of fine soil; when plants well up thin to 6 inches apart in the row. Parsnip seed
germinates slowly. One ounce will sow 150 feet of row; 3 to 5 lbs. will plant an acre.
TTr»11r»w frown _ No. 392 — The roots are long' "ith sniooth white skin>
_ t _ uniform in shape, tender and of best quality. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; } ■ lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.50, postpaid.
How to Make Your Garden Grow
To have early, succulent vegetables, used pure-bred seed and VIGORO. \ egetabies
are heavy feeders and must be fed the right plant-food. VIGORO contains all of the
plant-food elements needed for maximum development. Clean, odorless, and easy to
apply. Complete directions in every bag. Prices: 100 lbs., $5 00; 50 lbs., $3 00; 25
lbs., $1.75; 5 lbs., 50c, f. o. b. New Orleans.
Chinese Broad Leaved Mustard
35
SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Reuter’s Southern Grown Okra Seed
White Velvet
Okra —
Culture: After danger of frost is past, the ground being warm and in good condi¬
tion, plant in rows 3 to 4 feet apart, covering with 1 inch of fine soil firmly pressed
down. Thin out to 12 to 18 inches apart in the row. Cultivate and keep free from
weeds. The pods are in best condition when from 1 to 3 inches long. One ounce will
sow 100 feet of row; 8 to 10 lbs. will plant an acre.
FrdlCll JMsrket _ No. 352 — The most popular variety in Louisiana. This
- - - - sort is used exclusively in the famous “Creole gumbo”
served in the leading restaurants in New Orleans. The pods are light green, medium
size, nearly round in shape and smooth. Starts to bear when plant is very small and
produces throughout the season. The pods are free from ribs, tender and remain so
for a long time. Highly recommended for table and shipping.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Dwarf Green Prolific - ^o. 355_ °ne of the earliest and most
- - - dwarf growing sorts. The plants are
from V/2 to 3 feet in height, and set pods very close to the ground and very
thick on the stalk. We have seen from 30 to 40 pods growing on stalks 3 feet
high. The pods are green, tender, long, fluted or corrugated, and of good qual¬
ity. A good shipper and fine for canning and home use. Prices: Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3,00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Tall Green Prolific — No. 356 — An early, fairly tall
- - - „ - — growing variety, lhe plants
grow 8 to 9 feet in height. They begin setting pods at the ground
and continue setting them closely to the top. The pods are short,
tender, deep green, slightly ribbed and of good quality. One of the
most profitable shipping sorts and keeps well. Prices: Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; 3d lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb., 25-lb. lots or over, at 40cper lb.
354 —
early
Perkins Mammoth Long Pod —
A Good Sort to
Plant in the Home
Garden
and productive. Extensively planted in the South for market and
home use. The pods are produced in great abundance, starting
vithin 3 to 4 inches from the bottom of the stalks, and the whole
plant is covered with them to a height of.6 to 7 feet. Pods are very
slender and do not harden up as is usually the case with some other
sorts. They are intensely green in color, of unusual length, frequently 9 to 10 inches long, but at their
best for table when 4 to 5 inches. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Perkins’ Mammoth Long-Podded Okra
Whit6 Velvet _ No. 353 — A strong growing variety, often reaching a
height of 334 feet, early maturing and very productive.
The pods are nearly white in color, long, smooth and tender; also free from
ridges. Very popular in the South for home and local market gardeners. Prices:
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
PARSLEY FOR GARNISHING
AND FLAVORING
Hamburg or Rooted Parsley
roots of this variety resemble a small, thick parsnip in shape and color, and are extensively used for flavor¬
ing soups and stews. The foliage is practically the same as Plain Parsely. A leading sort with shippers in
the South, more especially for the large eastern markets. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; 34 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00;
5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Culture: The seed is slow to germinate. Sow in rows 12 inches apart, cover
with 34 inch of fine soil, pressing it down firmly. When plants are well up, thin
3 to 4 inches apart in the row. One ounce will sow 150 feet of row; 5 to 6
pounds will plant an acre.
Plain Leaved - No. 382 — The leaves are flat, deeply cut, but not curled and very dark green
- in color. Withstands heat better than the curled sorts. Very desirable for
flavoring soups and stews and for drying. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;34 lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3-00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb. ; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Champion Moss Curled - No- 384TA, beautiful compact growing sort; leaves are
- i - . - uniform dark green color, very finely cut and so closely
curled as to resemble bunches of moss. Excellent for garnishing and flavoring, and a handsome decorative
plant. One of the most popular for market and garden. When the plants are about 3 inches high cut
off all the leaves; the plant will then start a new
growth of leaves which will be brighter and bet¬
ter curled and later, if these turn dull or brown
they can be cut in the same way; every cutting
will result in improvement. Prices: Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; X lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c
per lb. 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Double Curled — ^° , 381~ , A stan_
_ _ _ dard dwarl growing
variety with deeply cut and finely crimped vivid
green leaves. More tall growing than the Cham¬
pion and easier to bunch. The leaves can be cut
in the same manner as described for the Cham¬
pion. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb. , 25c; lb.,
75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at
40c per lb.
Hamburg or Rooted — £o. 383—
The edible
Champion Moss Curled Parsley
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
1 9 2 9
Reuter's Onion Seed and Onion Sets
Culture: Sow in rich soil, in rows 12 ro 15 inches apart, covering X inch deep. When the plants are well up,
cultivate and keep from weeds. The young plants may be thinned out 3 to 4 inches apart in the row. The finest
onions in the South are produced by sowing the seed in seed beds during October and transplanting seedlings to
the open field. One ounce will plant 100 feet of row; 3 to 4 lbs. to the acre.
Yellow Bermuda _ No. 365 — Sometimes called White Bermuda, although it is a
- light vellow or straw colored onion. This sort has largely
helped to make Texas an important onion producing state. It is a flat, very mild flavored
variety of high quality. We offer true Tenerifee Grown Seed only. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c;
oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at
$2.00 per lb.
Crystal Wax— N?; 366 — The most attractive onion in the world. It is absolutely pure
- - - white and crystalline, extremely mild, sweet flavor. The true type is
clear white, very flat, medium large and very early. The skin is thin and the flesh white and
waxy. A beautiful sort for market or home garden. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20; oz. ,35c;
X lb., $1.00; lb., $3-75; 5 lbs., $17-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3.25 per lb.
R&d Bermuda _ No. 367 — A flat, pale red, very early and productive Bermuda type.
_ It is of medium size, with coarse mild, sweet flesh. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Prizetaker _ No. 364 — Our true American stock can be successfully grown in all parts
of the central south from both spring and fall sowings. Uniform in shape;
of immense size, often measuring from 12 to 16 inches in circumference. The bulbs are globe-
shaped and of a light straw yellow color. The skin is very thin and glossy. The flesh is white,
mild and sweet. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $2.00 per lb.
Riverside Sweet Spanish - No. 373-Grows larger than the Prizetaker and
, ■ , — ■ - - - ™ - - does not produce stiff-necks usual in the Spanish
types. Specimens attain enormous size, 4 to 4l/4 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 10c; }4 oz., 20c; oz., 35c;
% lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50; 5 lbs., $16.25, postpaid.
Reuter’ s Prizetaker Onion
Red Wethersfield — No- 369 — The bulbs are large and flatted, yet
______ quite thick. The skin is a deep purplish red.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25,
postpaid.
Yellow Globe Danvers — n°. 370— The color is a bright
clear yellow and the flesh is white.
A fairly good keeper. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb.,
$2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid.
Australian Brown _ No. 368 — A good keeper and suitable for early
_ _ _ _ _ _ spring planting. It is medium-sized, semi¬
globe shaped. The skin is very thick and chestnut brown in color. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c; X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid.
Red Creole — No. 371 — Originated in Louisiana and largely cultivated
_________ here because of its productivity and good keeping qual¬
ities. Produces large, solid, semi-globe onions of a reddish color. Flavor rather
strong. A valuable onion for storing. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c;
X lb., 75c; lb., $2.50; 5 lbs., $11.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over,
at $2.00 per lb.
Silver Skin — N°- 372 — White Portugal. A large, white onion of mild
- and pleasant flavor; hard and fine grained. Largely used
as a pickier and for bunching. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c; oz., 30c; X lb.,
90c; lb., $3.00; 5 lbs., $13.75, postpaid.
ONION SETS _ Planted mostly for early onions to pull green. Many
- people prefer the small, tender young green onions
for eating raw. Plant sets 3 inches apart in rows 12 to 15 inches apart. 1 pound
of sets will plant 50 feet of row; 8 to 10 bushels will plant an acre.
BrOWIl Onion Sots - -These small selected onion sets will produce
- long keeping onions. Prices: lb., 35c; 3 lbs.,
90c, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (8 lbs.), $1.25; bu. (32 lbs.), $4.50.
Red Onion Sets - Very bardy, fairly good keepers. Prices: Lb.,
- - 35c; 3 lbs., 90c, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck
(8 lbs.), $1.25; bu. (32 lbs.), $4.00.
YellOW Onion Sets - Makes medium sized, globe-shaped yellow
. — — — - onions. Prices: Lb., 35c; 3 lbs., 90c, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, peck (8 lbs.), $1.25; bu. (32 lbs.), $4.00.
Crystal White
Wax Onions
Grown From Our
True imported
Tenerifee Seed
White Onion Sets — Makes, larse. sil-
- - — — - — - very white onions.
Prices: Lb., 40c; 3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, peck (8 lbs.), $1.40; bu. (32 lbs.), $5.00.
Note: Bushel prices of all onion sets are subject
to change. If interested in current values, write for
Red Ink Price List.
Onion Plants
_0 n i o n s grown from
plants are larger and do
not run to seed in the spring, like sets. On page 22,
we are listing Yellow Bermuda, Crystal White Wax
Bermuda and Prizetaker Onion Plants. Postpaid
^ prices: 200 plants of
one variety, 50c; 500 for
$1.10; 1,000 for $2.00.
GARLIC
Plant in rows from
12 to 20 inches apart,
and the cloves 3 to 6
inches apart in the
row. Prices: Lb., 35c;
3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 20c per
lb.
37
SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Delicious Green Peas for Your Table
World’s RcCOrd _ No. 420 — Illustrated in color and described
■ on page 8 of this catalog. An earlier
strain of the famous Gradus Pea. Prices: Pkt., 10c;34 lb., 25c; lb., 45c;
2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.75;
bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more, $9.50 per bushel.
Culture: The extra early, round seeded varie¬
ties can be planted very early as it takes a hard
freeze to kill them. Other varieties that have
wrinkled seed must not be planted until the ground
begins to warm up. Tall varieties like Improved
Telephone and Black-eye Marrowfats, need brush¬
ing or staking, although all varieties do better if
staked up or brushed when 4 to 6 inches high.
Plant in double rows 6 to 8 inches apart and 2yZ
to 4 feet between the double rows. The peas will
give quicker returns if covered only 1 inch deep
and where earliness is most important they may
be treated in that way. Larger pods and more
of them will be produced if the seed be planted in
trenches 3 to 6 inches deep and covered with only
1 or 2 inches of soil. When the plants are 5 to 6
inches high, fill the trench level with the surface.
This will secure deep rooting, prevent mildew and
prolong the bearing season. The crop should be
gathered as fast as it is fit for use. If even a few
pods begin to ripen, not only will new pods cease
to form, but those partly advanced will stop
growing. 2 pounds will plant 100 feet of row;
\yZ to 2 bushels will sow an acre.
THREE SMOOTH SEEDED
EXTRA EARLY SORTS
Reuter’s Peerless Extra Early —
No. 402 — This is the earliest and most even strain
of the extra early, prolific varieties. It matures
so well together that sometimes a single picking
will secure the entire crop. The straight pods are
Gradus or Prosperity — No- f6— An early, large
. — - - - - — - — podded variety, popular with
shippers. The pods are very large, 4 to \yZ inches long, containing 6 to
8 medium green sweet peas, uniformly well shaped, pointed, handsome,
and more attractive than those of the first earlies. The peas are very
large, of splendid quality and beautiful light green color which they
retain after cooking. The prolific vines are about 3 feet high. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.75; bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more,
$9.50 per bushel.
Hundredfold _ No. 422 — This is, without doubt, the very
- - best dwarf Pea ever grown. We have found
none so near perfection as Hundredfold. It is one of the best-flavored
and the largest podded dwarf-growing sort in existence. It is ready
about 3 days after the earliest sorts, and bears an enormous crop of
intenselv dark green pods, 4 inches long, fairly broad and pointed, con¬
taining 8 large, green peas of tender quality and fine flavor. The vines
grow to a height of 16 inches and are easily handled. Resists heat well.
We highly recommend this variety for the shipper and also for the
home garden. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs.,
$1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2. 75; bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00;
2 bushels or more, $9-50 per bushel.
Thomas Laxton - No; 405-An exceptionally good, first
- early large podded Pea, which is very
hardy and a strong grower, producing uniform pods that are 4 inches
long, straight, nearly round and square-ended, containing 7 large dark
green peas of superior quality. The vines are 1l/Z feet tall, similar to
those of the Gradus, but darker in color, hardier and more productive.
One of the very best sorts for the market and home garden. Prices:
Pkt,, 10c; yZ lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.75; bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more,
$9-50 per bushel.
Gradus or Prosperity Peas
Reuter’s Prolific Early Market Peas
FIVE EARLIEST SWEET
Early Alaska
of good size, lyi inches long, each containing 5 to
7 even, medium sized, smooth peas of excellent
quality. The vines are vigorous and hardy, of
medium height, about 2 feet. The stock we
offer is much superior to most on the market.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c;
5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15
lbs.), $2.50; bu. (60 lbs.), $9. 00; 2 bushels or
more, at $8.50 per bushel.
_No. 404 — A wonderfully
productive, extremely
early, round seeded smooth blue pea. The pods
are 2!4 inches long, round, straight, square-
ended, containing 6 light green delicious peas.
The vines are 28 to 30 inches high. Matures
entire crop at one time. By careful selection, our
growers have developed a stock of this smooth
blue pea of unequaled evenness in growth of vine
and early maturity of pods, which are filled with
medium sized bright green peas of excellent qual¬
ity. Popular with canners, market gardeners and
also fine for the home garden. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
y2 lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs., $1.50, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.50; bu. (60
lbs.), $9.00; 2 bushels or more, $8.50 per bushel.
Prolific Early Market — no.408— a
_ _ - - - smooth,
white seeded extra early variety, about 5 days
later than our Peerless Extra Early, but the hand¬
some pods are one-third larger and the vines about
5 inches longer. Pods are blunt-ended and light
green in color. Prices: Pkt., 10c; yZ lb., 20c;
lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not
prepaid, peck (15 lbs.), $2.50; bu. (60 lbs.), $9.00;
2 bushels or more, at $8.50 per bushel.
WRINKLED SEEDED VARIETIES
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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The Best Garden or English Peas
Thomas Laxton Peas
A Dependable
Truckers’ Variety
Laxtonian _ N°- 4-*T — An ideal large podded, early dwarf variety. Grows
_ but 18 inches high, but the vines are exceedingly sturdy, and
produce an abundance of long, straight pointed pods, averaging 4 to 4)4 inches in
length, uniformly well filled with 8 deep green, large peas, of delightful flavor.
Highly favored by shippers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 lb., 25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c;
5 lbs., $1.85, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lias.), $3.00; bu. (56 lbs.), $11.00;
2 bushels or more, at $10.00 per bushel.
TWO SECOND EARLY VARIETIES —
HEAVY BEARERS
Dwarf Telephone — 415 — The pods are long, frequently measuring
_ _ _ _ _ £ _ _ 5 inches in length, broad, rounded or curved at the
end and remarkably well filled. The color is light green and quality delicious. The
plants grow 2 to 2)4 feet high and exceptionally stout. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 lb., 25c;
lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.75;
bu. (56 lbs.), $10.00; 2 bushels or more, at $9-50 per bushel.
Bliss’ Everbearing _ _No. 421 — A great favorite in the South. The pods
_____ _ _ are usually in pairs, medium green, 3 inches in
length, straight and pointed, containing 4 to 5 light green peas of good quality". The
vines are stout, of medium height, about 2)4 to 3 feet. If these are picked as they
mature and the season and soil are favorable, the plant will throw out branches
bearing pods which will mature in succession, thus prolonging the season. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; )4 lb., 25c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck
(14 lbs.), $3.00; bu. (56 lbs.), $11.00; 2 bushels or more, at $10.00 per bushel.
TWO LATER AND TALLER GROWING SORTS
Improved Telephone-^0- 419-The best tall, late growing variety ,
_ £ _ , _ _ _ . _ _ — £ - vines usually 4 to 5 feet tall, producing an
abundance of pods, 4)4 to 5 inches long, dark green, straight, broad and pointed,
containing 8 large, medium green peas, which are tender, sweet and of excellent flavor.
Prices: Pkt.. 10c; )4 lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, peck (14 lbs.), $2.65; bu. (56 lbs.), $9.50; 2 bushels or more, at $9.00 per bushel.
Black-Eye Marrowfat - No- 41^-A well-known tall late maturing
_ ^ - pea. 1 he pods are 3 inches long and of fair
quality. The vines grow 5 feet tall and are prolific. A hardy sort. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
)4 lb., 20c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.),
$2.40; bu. (60 lbs.), $8.50.
EDIBLE PODDED SUGAR PEAS
Mammoth Melting Sugar — N°; ,4167The bes) Sa'ad The
- - - - — — 2 edible pods are used when half grown
and are cooked in the same way as string beans. The pods are very large, 4 to 5 inches, very broad and fleshy,
quite brittle, stringless and fine flavored. Vines grow 4 to 5 feet high; very prolific. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 lb.,
25c; lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c; 5 lbs., $1.75, postpaid.
THREE EDIBLE PEAS FOR TABLE USE
Brown Crowder Peas — -N°- 810 — ^ot: on^ one the earliest to
- - - — . - mature, but it is also one of the most
prolific and best flavored table peas. It is also excellent to use for a forage
crop and soil improver, as it makes a large growth of vines. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
Price List inserted in this catalog.
Large Black-Eye Cowpeas — No. 802— The most popular
- - — - black-eye table pea. Good
either for snaps or shelled. Peas are large, vines tall and the most prolific
black-eve variety. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c, postpaid. For prices
on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Mammoth Melting Sugar Peas
I ,adv Peas - -No. 804 — The peas are the
- J smallest but the sweetest
and best flavored of all edible cowpeas. They
are prolific bearers and may be used either green
or dry. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c,
postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see
Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
INOCULATE PEAS WITH
MULFORD CULTURES
Mulford Cultures will increase the yield and
improve the quality. More nitrogen is drawn
from the air by inoculated peas than is used by
the plant itself, thus they add nitrogen and
humus to the soil. Simply mix with with water
and add to seed. Most economical. Insure best
results. It is conveniently put up in various
sized containers to meet the requirements of
home gardeners as well as professional market
growers. Prices: 1 bushel size, 60c; 2-bu. size,
$1.00; 5-bu. size, $2.25; 10-bu. size, $4.00.
Garden Size (composite culture for Garden
Beans, Garden Peas, Lima Beans and Sweet
Peas), 25c, postpaid.
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Peppers — For Salads and Seasoning
Pf jYllCtltO _ No. 430 — One of the best for the home-garden. It is so smooth and uniform in shape that the
— - skins can be easily slipped off after heating over a hot fire for a few seconds or by boiling a few
minutes in hot water. It can also be pared like am apple by using a sharp knife. The flesh is very thick and solid,
mild and of delicious flavor. The heart-shaped fruits are a deep green when young, and when ripe, it is a beautiful
scarlet-red. It is very productive, yielding heavy crops. The pepper is largely grown by canners for pimientos,
pickles and pulp. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 oz.> 20c; oz., 35c; 34 lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50; 5 lbs., $15-00, postpaid.
Anaheim Chili - No. 434— A long type that is classed as a sweet pepper. It has just sufficient suggestion
- of pungency to make; it delicious. The fruits are very meaty, measuring 7 inches or
more in length, with a diameter of 1 inch. It is highly valued as a green chili, canned chili made from it is a
revelation, while ripe and red, served as a salad, it is excellent. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 oz., 30c; oz., 50c; 34 lb.,
$1.75; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
HOT OR PUNGENT PEPPERS
.ong Red Cayenne _ No. 431— The slender pods are 5 inches long, and 1 inch or less thick. The
- — - £ _ color is deep green when fruit is young, bright red when ripe. The flesh is
xtremely strong and pungent. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 25c; oz., 40c; 34 lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00, postpaid.
TabaSCO _ No. 433 — The variety from which is made the well-known Tabasco Sauce, for flavoring oysters,
- soups, meats, etc. The small, bright green or red peppers are extremely pungent.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 35c; oz., 60c; 34 lb., $2.00; lb., $7.00, postpaid.
Bird’s Fve _ No. 432 — Small as the name implies. Can be used fresh or dry. Very strong or pungent.
- £- Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 30c; oz., 50c; 34 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
Reuter's Ruby King Pepper
Pimiento Pepper
Reuter’s World Beater Pepper
Giant Crimson — n°. 438 — 4.JLj.°
_ __ known as Ohio
Crimson.” The fruits are of the largest size,
ripen earlier than most of the very large sorts and
average heavier, as the flesh is exceptionally thick.
The color is a deep green, the fruits are three-
lobed, 5 inches long and 334 inches in diameter.
The flavor is sweet and mild, and it is one of the
very best sorts for salads. The plants are vigorous
and upright, about 234 to 3 feet high. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 30c; oz., 50c; 34 lb., $1.75; lb.,
$6.00, postpaid.
Chinese
Giant— 140
_ - the
428 — One of
very largest.
The fruits are rich deep green, thick, blocky and
square-ended, 4 to 5 inches broad and fully as
long. The flesh is thick, mild, sweet and very
desirable for use in salads and for stuffing. The
plants are about 2 feet high, vigorous and very
productive. Prices: Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 30c; oz.,
50c; 34 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00; 5 lbs., $27.50, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-1’d. lots or over, at $5-00
per lb.
Culture: The culture is the same as for egg plant and the plants need quite as much heat to perfect
them. Sow seed early in hot bed, in protected boxes (see dirt bands described on page 48) or later in
open seed bed, the soil being light and warm. When 3 inches high, transplant in rows about 234 feet
apart and 2 feet apart in the row. Cultivate and keep free from weeds. Very early out-door plantings
may be protected by Hotkaps. See page 12. One ounce will produce 1000 plants; J4lb. will sow an acre.
orilift Wonder - -No. 440 — Illustrated on front cover of this catalog. A magnificent
- new sort that deserves a trial. The fruits are blocky or square¬
shaped, slightly broader at stem end than at nose, without distinct lobing or indentations, and especially
free from roughness at blossom end. Full grown fruits have a breadth of 4 inches and a length of 4)4
inches, and it is not unusual to find specimens weighing a full pound. They present the smooth,
attractive dark green color of the Pimiento when young, turning to bright crimson as they ripen. While
this new pepper possesses so many points of excellence, its most outstanding feature is the thickness of
flesh. It is not uncommon to find fruits showing flesh Y% of an inch thick. In addition to this thick¬
ness of flesh, it is of the finest quality, being sweet, crisp and tender, and entirely free from pungency.
The plants are slightly spreading, sturdy and productive, bearing from five to nine large fruits at a
setting. Although not strictly an early variety, it will produce marketable fruits as early as the second-
early sorts. For the home gardener and shipper this should prove an ideal pepper. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
)4 oz., 30c; oz., 50c; )4 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
_No. 427 — Illustrated in color and described on page 6 of this catalog. Immensely
popular. Prices: Pkt., 10c; )4 oz., 25c; oz., 40c; )4 lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00;
Royal King
5 lbs., $17-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3 00 per lb.
Harris Early Giant - No. 439 — Illustrated in color and described on page 6 of this catalog.
- £ - A very early, heavy yielding large pepper. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
)4 oz., 30c; oz., 50c; )4 lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00; 5 lbs., $27.50, postpaid,
over, at $5 00 per lb.
Rllhv Kind - No. 429— A very attract-
_ £ _ _ ive well known variety.
The fruits are large, 4 to 5 inches long, 4 inches
thick, and of a deep green color. The flesh is
thick and mild flavored. The plants are about 2)4
feet high, vigorous, compact and productive.
A profitable variety for the market and a satis¬
factory sort for the home garden. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; )4 oz., 25c; oz., 40c; V+ lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00;
5 lbs., $17-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at $3.00 per lb.
World Beater — No- 437— One of the
_ very best of the large
peppers, being a cross between the Chinese Giant
and Ruby King, having the longer form and earli¬
ness of the latter with the size of the former.
Fruits are four lobed, 5 inches long by 3 34 inches in
diameter. The flesh is very thick and mild. The
color is a bright glossy green. Plants are very
prolific, producing an abundance of large market¬
able peppers of finest quality. An outstanding
type for Southern shippers. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
)4 oz., 25c; oz., 40c; % lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00;
5 lbs., $17.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $3.00 per lb.
Prices :
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Pumpkins for Pies, Baking, Etc.
449 — Very popular in the South. The
are flattened, with the diameter
usually about twice the length. The
skin is mottled light green and yellow,
changing to creamy yellow when mature.
Flesh is bright yellow and tender. Aver¬
age weight, 9 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; X lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at 50c per lb.
No. 448 — A smooth pear-shaped variety
with neck slightly crooked. Skin is
creamy white, sometimes slightly striped
with green. Flesh is white, deep, fine
grained and of excellent quality. When
cooked, it resembles a sweet potato
in flavor. Average weight, 15 lbs.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; lb., $1.25, postpaid.
Large Cheese or Field Pumpkin
Japanese Pie— 451 — Shaped like a Cashaw, crooknecked, but the
- £- - skin is a dark green, often showing a trace of lighter
green stripes. A very early, popular variety. Flesh rich deep yellow of high
quality. Average weight, 10 lbs. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., 40c; lb.,
$1.25, postpaid.
Mammoth Field or Big Tom — N? 4,5°— A large orange
— - - colored variety. The fruits
are round and flat on the ends with a smooth, hard rind. The flesh is adapted
for canning, and is very thick, dry and fairly sweet. Average weight, 25 lbs.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid.
SALSIFY (Oyster Plant)
Culture: Sow in rows 12 to 18 inches apart. Thin to 6 or 7 inches apart in
the row. Cover the seed firmly with one-half inch fine soil ; the roots when cooked
are very palatable and the flavor is similar to the oyster. 1 ounce will sow 50 feet
of row.
Mammoth Sandwich Island — No- p, r 0 d u c e s 1 o n g,
- ■ smooth, white, tapering roots.
Tender and delicious. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;^ lb., 75c; lb., $2.50, postpaid.
SEED POTATOES
Bliss Red Triumphs - .The best early red potato. Nebraska Certi-
* - fled Seed quoted upon application.
Irish Cobblers - A good shipper. Shaped like the Triumph, but white
— ■ in color. Prices upon application.
White Stars - Medium early, large oblong potato. Prices upon appli-
Culture: They are raised between hills of corn or in
fields by themselves. If grown as a separate crop, plant
the seed in hills, 8 to 10 feet apart each way, dropping
about 10 seeds in a hill. Thin to three plants to a hill.
Cover with 1 inch of soil. If planted with corn, drop
two to three seeds in every third or fourth hill of corn.
1 ounce will plant 25 hills; 4 pounds to the acre.
Sweet or Sugar — -No. 447 — Fruits are
_ — - small, round flattened at
the ends, and slightly ribbed. The skin and flesh are a
deep orange-yellow. Flesh is very thick and of high
quality. Fine for pies and baking. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 15c; lb., 40c; lb., $1.25, postpaid.
Green Striped Cashaw
.No. 445 —
This is the
Mammoth King — N0.446—
_ 2 Produces
fruits of enormous size, weighing from 60
to 100 pounds each. It is used largely
for stock feeding. The skin is a bright
lemon in color, mottled with orange
color. The fruits are round with a trace
of ribbing. The flesh is very hard, extra
thick, firm, and while a little coarse in
texture, is of good quality. Average
size, 24x18 inches. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; X lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs.,
$6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.
Tennessee Sweet Potato
finest Pumpkin for the South. Fruits are large, with
a distinct crooked neck. The rind is creamy white,
mottled with irregular green stripes. Flesh is light
yellow, very thick, solid and fine grained. Fruits will
weigh 10 to 15 pounds each. It is early and very
prolific. The stock we offer is grown from our own
carefully saved stock-seed. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $6.25, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.
Cheese or Field —
cation
Mammoth King Pumpkin
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Radishes Stimulate the Appetite
White Icicle Radishes
Long Brightest Scarlet — No. 462— one of the best
- — - — . . colored, and most handsome,
as well as the earliest of the long scarlet radishes. The flesh is crisp and
tender until fully grown. The roots are a vivid scarlet color, white tipped
with a fairly small top. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; } 4 ib., 25c; lb., 75c;
5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid.
Crimson Giant Radishes
Cincinnati Market - No. 463-A desirable early market variety.
_ Grows perfectly straight, slender and
smooth, 6 to 7 inches in length. Skin is of a deep red color, blending into pure
white at the tip. The flesh is brittle and of mild flavor. Popular with shippers
along the Gulf Coast. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 25c., lb., 75c; 5 lbs.,
$3-00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or
over, at 40c per lb.
Long White Vienna — No. 468— or
. — . Lady Fin¬
ger. An early maturing, long white radish.
Roots are white, slender, smooth, 6 to 7 inches
long, tapering slightly at the top. The flesh is
crisp, mild and tender. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; yi lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3 00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.
China Rose - No- 477— Also known as
- Scarlet China. The roots
are 4 to 5 inches long, very handsome and rose-
colored. The flesh is white, crisp and pungent.
A desirable late maturing variety. Prices: Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; L* lb., 30c; lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50,
postpaid.
Improved Chartier— ^°- 471-Roots are 7 to 8 inches long, and
- i - - - - - rather thick, deep scarlet at the top, running
into pink about the middle, shading off to pure white at the tip. The flesh is
white and delicious. Later maturing than other long scarlet sorts. Prices:
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb. ; 25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
White China
Early Scarlet
Globe
Radishes
No. 465 — Roots are 6
to 8 inches long, thick,
cylindrical and smooth, with a beautiful white
skin and solid flesh, which is crisp and of mild
flavor. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 30c;
lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid.
Long Black Spanish — 472 —
- One of the
latest and hardiest varieties. Roots are 8 to 9
inches long and nearly black in color. The flesh
is white, solid, decidedly pungent, but well
flavored. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 30c;
lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid.
Culture: For open ground culture, sow in rows
12 to 18 inches apart, Y inch deep and thin out
the plants to prevent crowding. Successional
sowings from one week to ten days apart will keep
up a supply for home use or market. Cultivate
frequently to encourage rapid growth which
insures high quality. One ounce will sow 100
feet of row; eight pounds will sow an acre in drills;
12 pounds broadcast.
French Breakfsist _ -No. 470 — Of oblong shape, mild, tender,
- small, and quick growing. The color
is a beautiful deep rose-scarlet except a little dear white about the tip.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid.
White Icicle _ No. 467 — A beautiful, waxy white, long-rooted
- - - - radish and one of the earliest. The roots grow
5 to 6 inches long, and are the shape of an icicle. The flesh is crisp and
tender, even when fully grown. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y, lb., 30c;
lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c
per lb.
Early Scarlet Globe — n°- 469-
_ i _ The most
popular shipping variety. The roots are slightly
olive shaped and are a rich, bright scarlet in color.
The flesh is white, crisp and tender. Tops are of
nice size, about 6 inches or more; easy to bunch.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 30c; lb., 85c,
5 lbs., $3.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at 60c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at
50c per lb.
Reuter's Saxa Radishes
GritnSOn Giant _ No. 478 — A round radish of exceptionally
large si2e for so early a variety. The roots
are nearly globe-shaped, of beautiful crimson-carmine color and most
excellent quality. The flesh is pure white and of delightful flavor. Matures
quickly, but remains in good condition a remarkably long time. Prices:
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Y lb., 30c; lb., 85c; 5 lbs., $3-50, postpaid.
Reuter’s Saxa — No- 476 “
- - early. It
Extremely
is round,
bright scarlet in color with nice top and small tap
root. The flesh is pure white, crisp and mild.
Slow to go to seed. Increasing in popularity with
shippers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb.,
35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not pre¬
paid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb., 25-lb. lots
or over, at 60c per lb.
Early Scarlet Turnip White
Tipped _ No. 461 — Sparkler strain. Illus¬
trated in color and described on
page 3 of this catalog. A great favorite in all
large markets. Price: Pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; lb.,
25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3.00, postpaid. Not prepaid,
10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or
over, at 40c per lb.
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
Setter’s Choice Spinach Seed
Culture: Sow in drills 16 co 20 inches apart, and thin to 4 to 6 inches apart when the leaves are an inch wide.
One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill; 12 to 15 lbs. will sow an acre in rows; 20 to 25 lbs. if broadcast.
Bloomsdale Savov _ No. 502 — Our reselected type of this well known and popular spinach will please
- — you. Very early and hardy. The plant is of rapid, upright growth, with thick,
glossy, dark green leaves of medium size, pointed but quite broad, and crumpled or blistered. A great favorite with
southern shippers. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; *4 lb., 15c; lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at 25c per lb.; 25 -lb. lots or over, at 20c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at 16c per lb.
Long Standing Savoy — No. 507— a new strain
_ 2 - - of outstanding merit.
It is thicker, rounder in leaf and a little lighter in color than the
Bloomsdale Savoy. It is almost as early, but it will stay after
reaching maturity, in marketable condition, 10 to 15 days longer
before bolting to seed, even during unfavorable weather. Where-
ever Bloomsdale is grown, this improved strain will give far
more satisfactory results. We are enthusiastic over this splen¬
did new spinach for late fail and earlv spring planting in the
South. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; >4 lb., 15c; lb., 50c; 5 lbs.,
$2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 25c per
lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 22c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at
20c per lb.
Broad Leaved Flanders — N°- 503— An early
- — - — . — — - - and vigorous grow¬
ing sort, extensively planted in Louisiana. The leaves are bright
green, broad and thick, usually broad arrow-shaped, but some¬
times rounded, and inclined to be flat. The surface is smooth
or sometimes slightly crumpled. A desirable bunching sort.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; X lb., 15c; lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 25c per lb.;
25-lb. lots or over, at 20c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at 18c
per lb.
A Field of
R.ute-'s Long
Standing Blooms¬
dale Savoy
Spinach
Virginia Blight Resistant Savoy — sos— a variety developed by the
- ; - . - — Virginia Experiment Station to
resist Mosaic or yellows. Its blight proof qualities and correct habit of growth makes it a
valuable variety, more especially in sections that are troubled with disease. Superior to some
of the other sorts for late sowing, even where blight is not prevalent. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz.,
15c; >4' lb., 25c; lb., 75c; 5 lbs., $3-00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 50c per lb.;
25-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at 30c per lb.
New Zealand—^0- 505— Entirely distinct from true spinach. The plants are tall
- and spreading with numerous side shoots; leaves are medium green,
rather small and pointed. Does well in any kind of soil and thrives during hot weather. It
cannot stand frost like other spinach. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; K lb., 30c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs.,
$4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Spinach Beet — 68 — A green leaved Swiss Chard. Produces “summer spinach’’
— £- - during hot weather when tiue spinach cannot thrive. The leaves are
smooth, medium green in color, and of large size. Mty be planted an almost any time during
the year, in row's 12 inches apart, and
thin out to 5 inches apart in the rows.
The plants are cultivated for the leaves
w'hich are used as “greens,” the same
as spinach or beet tops; they are equal in quality and easier to
prepare than spinach and far superior to beets. Further de-
Reuter’s Nobel
Giant Leaved
Spinach
scribed and illustrated on page 18 of this catalog.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; ‘4I b., 35c; lb., $1.00;
5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at 70c per lb.
Noble-Giant Leaved
.No. 509 — A splendid new early variety
that is larger and far more long standing
than the Flanders or Viroflav. It is bv far the best of the so-called smooth leaved
sorts. It produces rather smooth, very thick, rounded leaves, of enormous size,
and although a very quick grow'er, it stands very long after reaching maturity
before bolting to seed. A heavy cropper. Ideal for canning. Highlv recom¬
mended to the trucker and home gardener. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; I4 lb., 15c;
lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 25c per lb.;
100-lb. lots or over, at 18c per lb.
_No. 504 — This variety grows rapidly, forming a cluster of very
large, upright, slightly crumpled, thick leaves of medium green
color and good qualitv. The leaves are usually arrow-shaped, but sometimes
rounded. A leading sort with shippers in Texas and Louisiana. Prices: Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; }4 lb., 15c; lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at 25c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 20c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over, at
16c per lb.
Kin£ of Denmark-^0 506rA fine lons. seas0“ fft, remaining
_ 2 _ longer than most varieties before bolting to
seed. The plants are vigorous and spreading, leaves are thick, large, rounded,
crumpled and blistered. The color is a rich dark green. The leaves stand W’ell
after cutting, which makes it a splendid type for the shipper and canner. Prices:
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; >4 lb., 15c; lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb.
lots or over, at 25c per lb.; 25-lb. lots or over, at 20c per lb.; 100-lb. lots or over,
at 18c per lb.
Re-Selected Bloomsdale Savoy Spinach
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SPRING
1 9 2 9
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Tomatoes for Market and Home Garden
Culture: Sow in hotbed or in shallow boxes in the house, cover with one-half inch of fine soil. Give
plenty of light and space between the plants, or they will be weak and spindling. Transplant to open
ground when danger of frost is over. Set out plants 3 to 4 feet apart each way. As plants grow it is
best to tie them to stakes and thin out the leaves so that the sun can penetrate and ripen the fruits quicker.
Earlier open field plants can be accomplished by protecting with Hotkaps. See page 12. One ounce
will produce about 1,500 plants; 4 to 6 ounces will produce sufficient plants to set out an acre.
Reuter’s Perfect First Early— No 556-The earliest, scarlet fruited variety,
- very popular with shippers m South lexas. it
is uniform in size and shape; packs and carries well. It is exceedingly smooth, inclined to be globe-
shaped, of good size, an excellent shipper, and bears longer than any other early sort. Contains few
seeds; is very solid, firm, meaty, free from core, and of the finest flavor. The fruits are set in large
clusters, and the vines enormously productive. The foliage grows well to the center of the plants,
protecting the fruit from sunburn. Truly a perfect tomato. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c; oz., 35c;
X lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $18.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3-50 per lb.
Snnrke Forlinno _ No. 563 — One of the earliest and best of the very earlv tomatoes. The
WJ l/ttl XVo jL-J Ml HvIIXm . r r r i ■ i i • i * l I i
uniform fruits are of medium size, smooth, solid, and produced in
clusters in the center of the plant. Color is a bright scarlet. Vines are flat and open and do not make
a large growth. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c; oz., 35c;X lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50; 5 lbs., $16.25, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3.00 per lb.
Cooper’s Special - No. 576 — A distinct second early variety. Fruits are of medium size,
- — - — - globe-shaped, light purplish pink color, solid, very fleshy, and of
excellent flavor. The fruits are borne most profusely all along the vine. Because of its compact habit
of plant, desirable shape of fruits and excellent shipping qualities, this variety has proven a valuable
one for the southern shipper and market grower. The vines are sturdy and usually about 3 feet tall.
Also called Self-Topper or Self-Pruner, because the plants do not require any pruning, due to their limited
branching habit. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 40c; X lb., $1.25; lb., $4.50; 5 lbs., $21.25,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $4.00 per lb.
Gulf State Market — No- 570 — Planted extensively in the south as a shipping sort. It
..... . . . is second early, with medium to large fruits, round or globe-shaped,
perfectly smooth. The deep purplish pink fruits are set in clusters from five to seven. The skin is firm
and the flesh is solid. Vines make good growth and have rather heavy-cut foliage. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
Y oz., 20c; oz., 35c; X lb., $1.25; lb. , $4.50; 5 lbs., $21.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over,
at $4.00 per lb.
PeerleSS June Pink - bio. 557 — Illustrated in color and further described on page 7 of this
— . . catalog. A very early pink-fruited variety. The fruits are of
medium size, uniform, smooth, and attractively shaped. The flesh is solid and meaty. A wonderful
shipper. Because of its good shipping qualities, it is very popular, more expecially in South Texas.
The vine is open and flat; does not make large growth. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 40c;
Y lb., $1.25; lb., $4.50;
5 lbs., $21.25, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at $4.00 per lb.
Gulf State Market
Cooper's Special Tomato
John Baer _ bio. 552 — An extra early scarlet fruited variety of superior merit. The large fruits
1 are nearly round, smooth, firm, of attractive color, and of excellent quality. Vines
do not grow very large, but are productive. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 45c; Y lb., $1-50;
lb., $5-50; 5 lbs., $26.25, postpaid.
Reuter's Brimmer Tomatoeg
Sealed Color-Tru Tomato Seeds — sfe Pase 9 _Tt is our
■ pleasure to offer you a
new service in Tomato Seed. Careful experiment has shown us that in Sealed Color-
Tru Tomato Seeds we offer a product which is new, novel, and offers you the utmost in
protection. We guarantee the seeds sold by us as Sealed Color-Tru Seeds to be colored
at the time and place of harvest as soon as the seed is separated from tomato pulp, and
if the seed contained in the package of our Sealed Color-Tru Seeds is the same color
as that marked on the outside of the package, we believe it to be of the same variety
as the package is labelled. To the commercial grower and shipper of Tomatoes, this
new system should strongly appeal because the three shipping types offered are pro¬
duced from the most carefullv and scientifically grown stocks, identified by color and
gives you the most in protection. A great many low-grade and questionable strains of
these splendid varieties are being offered at the present time. If you desire the very
best in Tomato Seed, be sure to secure this seed, the "last word" in Tomato Seed pro¬
tection for the grower. These varieties have no superior in their particular class.
Seed supply limited. Send in your order early for the finest and best-bred Tomato Seed
available to the grower and shipper today.
Marglobe 575B — (Tan). Prices for Sealed Color-Tru Seeds in originator's packages:
Pkt., 25c; oz., 75c; X lb., $2.50; X lb., $4.25; lb., $8.00; 5 lbs., $37. 50, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $7.00 per lb.
June Pink 557 B — (Yellow). Prices for Sealed Color-Tru Seeds in originator's pack¬
ages: Pkt., 20c; oz., 60c; X lb-, $2.00; X lb-, $3-50; lb., $6.50; 5 lbs., $30.00, post¬
paid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5- 50 per lb.
Livingston Globe 545B — (Green). Prices for Sealed Color-Tru Seeds in originator's
packages: Pkt., 20c; oz., 60c; X lb., $2.00; X lb., $3-50; lb., $6.50, 5 lbs., $30.00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5.50 per lb.
44
New Orleans
Issued by REUTER SEED CO., Inc.
This Price List Applies to Items Described in Reuter’s Spring 1929 Catalog
In the event prices are lower than here quoted when your order is received, you will receive remittance to cover balance
due you. In case of an advance in prices, seed will be billed to you at prices prevailing1 at time order is received. If you
desire to limit us to prices, please state so in your order, otherwise seeds will be sent to you and billed accordingly.
TERMS: Our terms are cash with order, but if you do not desire to remit in full at the time you order, we will, if
your order is accompanied by remittance of one-fourth of the amount of the order, make shipment, sending C. O. D. for
balance due. We make no charge for boxes, bags, packing or cartage. All prices are r. O. B. New Orleans and subject to
change without notice.
NON-WARRANTY — Reuter Seed Co., Inc., gives no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productive¬
ness, or any other matter of seeds, bulbs or plants it sends out, and will not be responsible in any way for the crop. If the
purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms, they at once are to be returned and if the money has been paid for them,
it will be refunded. No responsible seedsman gives any warranty.
BE SURE TO REFER TO PRICE LIST No. 1 WHEN YOU SEND IN YOUR ORDER
SOUTHERN GROWN
Davis’ ProlificfOriginatqr's Stock)
Surecropper . . .
Improved Golden Dent .
White Mexican June .
Red Mexican June .
Yellow Creole .
Calhoun Red Cob .
Giant Red Cob .
Hickory King .
Silver Mine .
Early Yellow Learning.
Early White Dent .
SEED CORN 5 bu. 10 bu.
or more or more
Peck Bushel Per bu. Per bu.
$1.25
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.25
1.25
1.00
1.25
1.00
.90
1.00
$4.00
$3.75
$3.50
3.50
3.25
3.00
3.50
3.25
3.00
3.50
3.25
3.00
3.50
3.25
3.00
4.25
4.00
3.75
4.00
3.75
3.50
3.50
3.25
3.00
4.00
3.75
3.50
CORN
3.50
3.25
3.00
3.00
2.75
2.60
3.50
3.25
3.00
PEDIGREED COTTON SEED
Bushel
10 bu.
Wannamaker-Cleveland Big Boll.
Hawkins’ Prolific Big Boll .
Improved Early King .
Bank Account .
Toole Prolific .
Delfos 6102-911 .
Delfos 6102-A-2-C-3 .
Japanese Honey Cane .
Texas Seeded Ribbon Cane .
Improved Black Amber .
Early Orange .
Red Top or Sumac .
Broom Corn (Evergreen) .
or more
Peck (30 lbs. )100 lbs. Per bu.
2.00
2.75
2.00
2.00
2.60
2.60
2.60
100 lbs.
8.00
8.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
15.00
.75
2.25
7.00
1.00
3.25
10.00
.75
2.25
7.00
.75
2.25
7.00
.90
2.76
9.00
.90
2.75
9.00
.90
2.75
9. 00
fD SORGHUM
SEED
10 lbs.
25 lbs.
50 lbs.
1.25
2.50
4.50
1.25
2.50
4.60
1.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
2.00
4.00
7.50
RECLEANED KAFFIR CORNS, MILO MAIZE, FETERITA, ETC.
White Kaffir Corn .
Red Kaffir Corn .
Feterita .
Egyptian Wheat or Shallu.
Dwarf Milo Maize .
Sagrain or Schrock Kaffir .
Small Spanish .
North Carolina Running.
Improved Valencia .
Golden or German.
Manitoba Hog .
Pearl or Cat-tail . . .
RECLEANED NEW-CROP VELVET BEANS 5 bu. 10 bu.
or more or more
« , o , . Peck Bushel Per bu. Per bu.
Early Speckle . .80 2.50 2 40 2 25
Osceola. 1.00 3.00 2.75 2 50
Bush or Bunch . 1.25 4 00 3 90 3 75
1(5 lbs.
25 lbs.
60 lbs.
100 lbs.
1.00
2.00
3.00
5.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
5.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
5.00
1.50
3.00
5.00
9.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
5.00
1.00 2.00
ED PEANUTS
3.00
5.00
10 lbs.
25 lbs.
50 lbs.
100 lbs.
1.50
3.25
6.00
11.00
1.50
3.25
6.00
11.00
1.75 3.50
MILLETS
6.75
13.00
1.25
2.50
4.00
7.00
1.00
2.00
3.50
6.00
1.50
3.25
6.00
11.00
RECLEANED NEW-CROP SOY BEANS 5 bu. 10 bu.
or more or more
Bushel Per bu. Per bu.
Laredo .
O-Too-Tan .
Biloxi .
Mammoth Yellow
Peck
$2.00
1.75
1.40
1.25
$7.00
6.50
6.00
4.00
$6.75
6.25
4.75
3.75
$6.50
6 00
4.50
3.50
RECLEANED NEW-CROP COW PEAS 5 bu. 10 bu.
or more or more
Peck Bushel Per bu. Per bu.
. Write for Special Prices.
. 1.40 5.00 4.75 4
. Write for Special Prices.
. Write for Special Prices.
. 1.30 4.75 4.60 4
. Write for Special Prices.
. Write for Special Prices.
. Write for Special Prices.
BRABHAM .
Iron Clays .
Clays .
Whippoorwill .
High Mixed Iron Clays
Brown Crowder .
Black-Eyes .
Lady Peas .
50
40
RECLEANED NEW-CROP CLOVER SEEDS
10 lbs.
25 lbs.
50 lbs.
100 lbs.
2.75
6.00
11.00
21.00
3.60
8.00
15.00
28.00
3.50
8.00
15 00
28.00
4.75
11.00
20.00
38.00
4.25
10.00
18 00
35.00
4 50
11.00
1.50
3.50
6.50
12.00
1.75
4.00
7.50
14.00
FARM
SEEDS
10 lbs.
25 lbs.
50 lbs.
100 lbs.
3.00
6 00
11.00
21.00
6.00
13.00
1.00
2.00
3.50
6.00
1.50
3.50
6.00
10.00
1.50
3.50
6.50
11.00
1.50
3.50
6.50
11.00
Peck
Bushel
Bbl.
1.25
4.00
10.00
1.60
5.50
Lespedeza or Japan Clover. . . .
Peerless Brand Alfalfa .
Hairy Peruvian Alfalfa .
Medium Red Clover .
Alsike Clover .
White Dutch Clover .
Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover.
White Blossom Sweet Clover. .
Mung Beans .
Giant Beggar Weed .
Japanese Buckwheat .
Upland Seed Rice .
Mammoth Russian Sunflower.
Dwarf Essex Rape .
Jerusalem Artichokes .
Chufas or Earth Almonds .
RECLEANED GRASS SEEDS FOR LAWNS AND FARMS
Sudan Grass .
Carpet Grass .
Johnson Grass .
Bermuda Grass .
Red Top or Herd’s Grass .
English Rye (Imported). .....
Italian Rye (Imported). .....
Domestic Rye Grass .
CERTIFIED SEED POTATOES 2 bu. 10 bu.
Peck Bushel or more or more
>i k i _*.•<- j — (15 lbs.) (60 lbs.) Per bu. Per bu.
Nebraska Certified Bliss Red
Triumphs .
Bill Spud Certified Irish Cob¬
blers .
Bill Spud Certified White Stars.
Brown Onion Sets.
Red Onion Sets . . .
Yellow Onion Sets.
White Onion Sets
10 lbs.
25 lbs.
50 lbs.
100 lbs.
1.25
2.50
4 50
8.00
3.00
6.00
11.00
20.00
2.00
4.00
7.00
14 00
4.50
11.00
20.00
38.00
3.00
7.00
13.00
25 00
2.25
4.50
8.00
15.00
2 00
4.00
7.50
14 00
Sold Out.
.75
2.50
2.40
2 25
.75
2.25
2.00
1.90
.75
2.25
2.00
1.90
DN SETS
5 bu.
10 bu.
Peck
Bushel
or more
or more
1 lbs. )
(32 lbs. )
Per bu.
Per bu.
1.25
4.50
4.25
4 00
1.25
4 00
3.75
3.50
1.25
4.00
3.75
3.60
1.40
6.00
4.75
4 50
ALL PRICES QUOTED IN THIS LIST ARE F.O.B. NEW ORLEANS, UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
SI
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
19 2 9
FOUR WILT AND DISEASE RESISTANT TOMATOES
Tomato wilt is a disease that causes the plants to gradually die about the time the first fruits are half
grown. The disease is easily recognized by examining a cross section of a stem, as a plant with wilt has
a brown black ring surrounding the pith. In sections where fungus and bacterial diseases are prevalent
in this crop, resistant varieties are recommended. Where no disease is in evidence, these splendid sorts
will produce remarkable crops. The four varieties offered below have been scientifically bred to resist
wilt and disease.
Mar^lobfi — ^°- 575 — Illustrated in color and further described on page 7 of this catalog. Our
«— — ■■■■■■■ outstanding tomato introduction. The finest shipping tomato on the market today.
Developed by the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture for wilt resistance. Also resistant to "nail-head rust"
which attacks the fruit. It is a handsome, deep red, globe-shaped tomato of great merit for the shipper.
The fruits are quite large, smooth, solid, and deep from stem to blossom. The uniform shape and size
of the fruit makes it a highl v desirable commercial shipping sort. It has proved itself to be more resistant
to injuries through excessive rain that other commercial varieties. It withstands more precipitation
than many other sorts. Large yields have been reported by our customers in Florida, Texas, Cuba,
Mexico, etc. All Marglobe seed we offer has been grown direct from stock seed, originally supplied by
Dr. Fred J. Pritchard of the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture. The most scientific and modern methods are
employed by our contract breeders ana growers in the production of our Marglobe tomato seed, and our
stock is giving wonderful results. Our sales are increasing annually, running into thousands of pounds
each year. Fine for the home garden, also for canning. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 30c; oz., 50c; X lb.,
$1.75; lb., $6.00; 5 lbs., $27.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5.00 per lb.
Louisiana Pink Tomato
Acm.6 _ No. 547 — The fruits are purplish pink,
. round, smooth, and of medium size, free
from cracks and stand shipment well. The flesh is
solid and of excellent quality. Extensively, planted in
home gardens. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c; oz.,
35c; X lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00; 5 lbs., $18.75, postpaid.
Livingston’s Globe — No- 545 — iiius-
further described on page 7 of this catalog. A reliable,
standard shipping variety that continues to be popu¬
lar with southern shippers because of its many splen¬
did qualifications. A large, smooth, purplish-pink,
globe-shaped or nearly round tomato. The flesh is
solid and meaty, and the skin is thick and tough.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 40c; X lb.,
$1.25; lb., $4-50; 5 lbs., $21. 25, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $4.00 per lb.
Redfield Beauty — No 548— a
- leading main
crop variety. The large and prolific vines
produce liberally of handsome large, smooth,
solid fruits of a purplish pink color. A good
shipper and less liable to rot than many of
the other sorts. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz.,
20c; oz., 35c; X lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00; 5 lbs.,
$18.75, postpaid.
StOne - No. 565— One of the largest Reuter's Perfect First Early Tomato
- - - - and most solid main crop or
late bright red varieties. Unsurpassed for slicing and canning. The fruits are bright deep scarlet, oval
or nearly round, very deep, exceptionally smooth and uniform in size. Bears well ana always gives
good crop. One of the best tong distance shippers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 15c; oz., 25c;
X lb., $1.00; lb., $3-50; 5 lbs., $16.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $3.00 per lb.
PondCFOSa. _ No- 567 — A purplish pink main
crop tomato of the largest size. It
is highly recommended for home gardens. The fruits
are very solid, few seeds, fairly smooth. Not quite as
good as the Brimmer. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 30c;
oz., 50c; X lb., $1-75; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
Dwarf Stone - ^o. 558— One of the best of
_ the dwarf growing tomatoes.
The fruits are large, smooth, round, very solid and of a
deep scarlet color. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 30c; oz., 50c; X lb., $1.75;
lb., $6.00, postpaid.
572 — Claimed
)e the
of all tomatoes. The immer
measure 15 to 18 inches in circumfer¬
ence, and weighs 2 to 2X lbs. It is
practically all meat; has few seeds.
The flavor is mild, delicate and free
from the acidity found in many other
sorts. It is well shaped, perfectly
formed. The solid fruits make a most
tempting dish when sliced. The vines
are luxuriant and healthy; bear loads
of fruit right up to frost. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; X oz-. 35c; oz., 60c; X
lb., $2.00; lb., $7.50, postpaid.
largest
se fruit
Brimmer — No.
_ to 1
Norton (Wilt Resistant) Tomato
isismU Pink _ No. 573 — A wonderful wilt-resistant variety. Selected for ten years by the
- - Louisiana Experiment Station before offered for sale. A second early pink
fruited, smooth fleshed tomato of medium size, and quite deep from stem to blossom end. Has a small
seed cavity and few seeds. It has been carefully bred to resist wilt. It is claimed to be a cross between
the Acme and Earliana, and apparently both fruit and vine is a blend of both parents. It has proved a
remarkably heavy bearer, outyielding almost any tomato yet introduced. The fruits are borne in large
clusters, and are almost globe shaped. Individual vines will often produce as many as 150 perfect fruits.
Becoming a leading variety with the large shippers, more especially in South Texas. An enormous
yielder of nearly round, uniform fruits of the finest quality. A long distance shipper. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 30c; oz., 50c; X lb., $1.75; lb., $6.00, 5 lbs., $27.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over,
at $5-00 per lb.
Red _ No. 574 — Illustrated in color on the front cover page of this catalog. Same
. as the Louisiana Pink, except the skin color, which is red. Introduced by
the Louisiana Experiment Station for wilt resistance. The scarlet colored fruits are of medium size,
smooth, nearly round, and solid. The fruits represent a combination of characteristics between the
Earliana and Stone, and the vine as well seems to be a blend of these two varieties. Highly recom¬
mended for the home gardener, or the professional trucker catering to home or nearby markets. A super¬
lative sort. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X oz., 30c; oz., 50c; X lb-, $1-75; lb., $6.00, postpaid.
Norton Wilt-Resistant— n°- 5717A“tm croP> s,carlet f7ued ^ similar to
Stone, of which it is a selection. Introduced by the U. 8. Dept,
of Agriculture. It is the result of work accomplished by Dr. Pritchard to produce a variety resistant to
Fusarium Wilt. It is a good variety in disease free soil also. Its marvelous eating qualities, and beau¬
tiful appearance recommends it to all. Fruits are of medium to large size, smooth and solid. The vines
bear well and give a good crop. One of the best long distance shippers. Prices: Pkt., 10c; X °z> 25c;
oz., 45c; X lb., $1.50; lb., $5-50; 5 lbs., $16.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $5-00
per lb.
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Squash Are Delicious and Nutritious
ZllCChini N°. 524 — A very desirable variety frequently referred to as the
Italian Squash. It should be eaten when quite young, 4 to 6
inches long. It is a delicious summer variety; very prolific. Popular with ship¬
pers in the South. Here are three recipes for preparing this splendid new squash:
Florentine — Raw, cut in dice, about Y inch. Season with salt and pepper.
Dip in flour, and then raw egg. Fry in skillet with olive oil and serve with
drawn butter.
Mornay — Cut in small squares about 1 inch. Boil for about one minute in
salted water. Drain on a colander. Put in baking dish. Cover with cream
sauce and a little Parmesan cheese and butter. Bake in oven until done.
Julienne — Cut in Julienne (like French fried potatoes), dip in milk and thenin
flour. Fry in hot grease. Season and serve.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; >4 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50; 5 lbs., $7.00, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.25 per lb.
Culture: The squash is one
of the most nutritious and valu¬
able of garden vegetables. They
are growing in popularity with
home gardeners. As squash
plants are verv tender and sensitive to cold, plantings must be delayed until
settled warm weather prevails, when danger of frost and cold nights are over.
Very early out-door plantings may be protected with Hotkaps. See page 12.
Summer varieties should be planted in hills, 4 to 5 feet apart each wav. Drop
about 6 seeds to the hill; cover firmly with Y inch of fine soil. When plants
have attained their third or fourth leaves, thin out, leaving three of the strongest
plants in each hill. Running or Marrow Squash
should not be planted beforejune or July and the hills
should be 8 to 10 feet apart each way. 1 ounce will
plant 25 hills; 3 to 4 lbs. will sow an acre.
FIVE SUMMER VARIETIES
Early White Bush — No, 515— Our su-
- * . — ..... perb, very early
strain of this well-known White Scalloped or Patty
Pan Squash produces fruits that are rather small,
round, quite flat with ridged or scalloped edges. The
vines are extremely prolific and disease-resisting.
The fruits are 7 to 8 inches across. The color is creamy
wrhite with comparatively smooth surface. The
flesh is of delightful flavor. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz.,
15c; ]/n lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $4.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 70c per lb. , 25-lb.
lots or over, at 60c per lb.
Early Summer Crookneck — ^
— A very popular early type of summer squash. The
fruits are rather small, golden yellow in color and
surface densely covered with warts. The fruits when
fully grown are about 10 to 12 inches long, with
uniformly crook neck. The flavor is delicious and the flesh is meaty. The shell
is very hard when fruit is ripe. The vines are of bunch habit. It enjoys more
general use than any other yellow summer squash. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c;
Y lb-, 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over,
at 75c per lb.
Early White Bush Squash
RUNNING OR MARROW SQUASH
Distinct from the Bush or Summer Squashes, the vines running 10 to 12 feet
long and the squashes are 6 to 12 lbs. in weight. For fall or winter use, plant in
June or July, and after cutting, store in cool, dry place until wanted for use
Not as well adapted for planting in the South as the summer varieties.
BoStOIl Marrow _ No. 520 — Of medium size, oval shape and thin
_ _ _ _ skin. The fruits when ripe are bright orange
with a shading of light cream color. The flesh is of a rich salmon-yellow color.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00, postpaid.
Improved Hubbard— No. 521-Produces fruits that are large,
_ _ £. _ _ _ _ heavy and moderately warted, with a very
hard shell. The skin is uniformly dark bronze green. The flesh is bright orange
yellow, fine grained, thick, and richlv flavored. Prices :
Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5.00,
postpaid.
ROQUETTE— N°- 483-A hardy annual,'
_ _ _ _ the leaves of which are long,
smooth and glossy and when young are used like
mustard for salads. When in condition for use the
plants are from 8 to 10 inches high. Sow the seed in
shallow drills about 16 inches apart. Water freely.
The young leaves will be ready for cutting in about
} six weeks from time of planting. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; F4 lb., 60c; lb., $2.00, postpaid.
SORREL _ No. 497 — When well grown and
_ cooked like spinach it makes a
palatable dish. Sow in drills early in spring and thin
the seedlings 6 to 8 inches apart in the row. One may
commence cutting in about two months. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; Y\ lb., 60c; lb., $2.00, postpaid.
GROW YOUR OWN TOBACCO
Culture: The seed should be sown as early as pos¬
sible after danger of frost is over. Use clean land for
your plant beds. When the plants are about 6 inches
high, transplant in rows 4 feet apart and 3 feet apart
in the row. Give constant cultivation. Those who may be interested in the
culture of Tobacco should write to the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture, Washington,
D. C., for Farmers' Bulletin No. 571. 1 ounce will plant 50 square yards.
WViitP Rurlpv _ No- 534— A favorite for plug fillers and wrappers.
yviiitc miuci priCes: Pkt., 10c; oz., 60c; lb., $1.75, postpaid.
Giant
Summer
Crookneck
Squash
C^\c\ tif SlimmPT _ No. 51 8 — A very large type of - No. 535 The leaf is very thin and is of fine texture. The
Giant summer UrOOKneCK the Early Summer Crookneck. variety is much used for cigar wrappers. Prices: Pkt., 10c,
It is covered with fine warts and the skin is golden yellow. The vines are of
bush or bunch habit. Later maturing and not as prolific as the
early variety described above. Usually grows 18 to 24 inches
long. When young, a very good slicer and excellent when fried.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Y lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5 00,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 75c per lb.
Italian Vegetable Marrow — No.5i7(Cocozeiia)
- — - ■ — I he vines are of
bush habit, producing large oblong fruits, 12 to 16 inches long and
5 inches in diameter. The color is dark green at first, but as they
mature becoming marbled with yellow and lighter green in stripes.
The fruits are in best condition for table when 6 to 8 inches long.
They are peeled, divided, and the seeds are removed; then cut
3-inch squares, boiled until tender and served as a melting and de¬
licious side dish with cream sauce. Thev are also sliced and fried
in oil, and constitute a vegetable delicacy that is very tender and
marrowy. Prices: Pkt. , 10c; oz., 20c; J4 lb., 50c; lb., $1 .50; 5 lbs.,
$6.25, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at $1.00 per lb.
oz., 50c; Y lb. , $1.50, postpaid.
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Zucchini — Italian Squash
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Shogoinor JapaneseTurnip — No 592 t '
_ _ L _ _ _ — new variety
that is becoming very popular in the South. Especially valuabl •
for turnip greens, which are always in good demand during the
late spring and summer months in the South. The leaves grow
upright, about 2 feet high when fully developed, which makes
it practically free from insect attacks. The roots are pur
white between flat and globe in shape; however, this wonderful
new sort is more largely planted for the tops than the roots.
Prices: Fkt., 10c; oz., 15c; Pi lb., 40c; lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., $5-00,
Culture: Sow in drills 18 to 24 inches apart; cover one-half inch deep, or sow
broadcast. Thin early, for any overcrowding will result in rough and poorly
flavored roots. 1 ounce of seed will sow 200 feet of row; 1 lb. will sow an acre
in drills; 2 lbs. broadcast.
Extra Early Purple Top Milan — No- 589— An excellent
_ ^ _ _ _ _ _ — very early, smooth-skin¬
ned turnip; the upper portion is tinted purple, but the flesh is pure white, delicate
and sweet. Bulbs are of medium size, strap leaved. Prices: Pkt., 10c; oz.,
15c; 74 lb., 35c; lb., $1.00; 5 lbs., $3.75, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or
over, at 60c per lb.
Early Purple Top - No. 579 (Strap Leaf) — A widely cultivated
_ £ _ _ _ _ _ _£ variety. Very early and productive. The
roots are quite flat, medium size, 4 to 6 inches in diameter. The upper portion
of the root is a deep purple, the lower is a clear milky white. The flesh is white.
Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; )4 lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Peerless Purple Top White Globe — N°- 578— niustra-
_ _ _ £ _ ted m color and
described on page 8 of this catalog. The leading table turnip. Prices: Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots
or over, at 40c per lb; 25-lb. lots or over, at 30c per lb.
White Egg _ No. 585 — An early, oval or egg-shaped variety with smooth
_ ”” clear white roots of medium size. The flesh is clear white,
firm, fine grained and sweet. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; I4 lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs,
$2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Early White Flat Dutch— n°- sso (Strap Lea0-A very PoPu-
_ _ _ _ _ _ — — - - lar early, white turnip. The roots
are of medium size, flat, very white fleshed, fine grained and sweet. They should
be pulled for table when about lyi inches in
diameter. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb.,
20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Long White Cowhorn - ^°, 588— Roots are often 12 to 15
_ 2 - inches long and 3 inches in diameter
carrot-like in form and slightly crooked. The roots are red above the ground
and white below. The flesh is white, fine grained, and tender. For table use,
the roots should be used when 3 to 4 inches long, but can be grown longer for
stock feeding. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50,
postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Large Snow White Globe — -N°- 582 (Strap Leaf)— a very
_ large white variety with globe-
shaped roots that are solid and smooth. The flesh is pure white, firm, crisp and
of finely grained quality. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs.,
$2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Large Amber Globe — N°- 586r~?nJe of the
- — - - vellow-fleshed sorts. The
roots are globular and of large size. The skin is even and
smooth, clear yellow, except the top, which is tinged with
green. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs.,
$2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c
Seven Top or Salad — Nti°
- - i - - - 584-
Does not produce any edible roots. Culti
vated extensively in the South for the tops
which are used for greens, which are
cooked like spinach and make a delicious
dish. Very hardy and furnishes an abun¬
dance of cuttings. Popular with canners,
shippers, and a desirable sort for the home
garden. Prices: Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; >4 lb.,
20c; lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Shogoin or Japanese Turnips for "Greens'
Rutabaga - Improved
American — no. 591-The very
_ _ _ finest purple-top
Swede Turnip grown. The large roots are
globular in shape, pale yellow with a pur¬
ple top; the flesh is tender, sweet, and free
from hard, nringv nature. Excellent for
both table use and stock feeding. Prices:
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; l/i lb., 20c; lb. , 65c; 5
lbs., $2.50, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lb.
lots or over, at 40c per lb.
Reuter's Improved American Rutabaga
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SPRING
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Miscellaneous Needs for the Garden
INSECTICIDES FOR EVERY NEED
PVTOX - The one best and safest all-round spray which kills all leaf eating
* insects and prevents blight and all fungous troubles, without
injury, on potatoes, cantaloupes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, beans, and
other garden vegetables; also on rose bushes, shrubbery, fruit trees, etc. It is a
SPRAYERS FOR EVERY PURPOSE
AlltO Spray - A. four-gallon compressed air sprayer. No tools required
- — - — to take apart. Fitted complete with an automatic
nozzle, and a 2-foot extension rod. Prices: Galvanized, $5.50; Brass, $9.00;
creamy paste which looks like paint and ‘‘sticks like paint.” It needs only to be
mixed with cold water and it is ready to
apply. Prices: Lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 10
lbs., $3-00; 25 lbs., $6.25; 50 lbs., $10.75; 100
lbs., $15-50. Cannot be mailed.
_(Powder)
V e r y ef¬
fective spray for leaf eating insects. Dilute
1 lb. to 50 gals, of water. Prices: Lb., 40c;
Arsenate of Lead-
5 lbs., $1.25; 25 lbs., $5.00; 50 lbs., $9.50;
100 lbs., $17-00. Cannot be mailed
Liquid Weed Killer —
Kills weeds safely and economically. Dilute
1 part to 40 parts of water. Apply with
rdii
ordinary watering can. Prices: Qt., 60c;
gal., $1.50; 5 gals., $6.00. Cannot be mailed.
Black Leaf ‘ ‘40” — A hishl>; con¬
centrated so¬
lution of Nicotine Sulphate. Excellent for
aphis and sucking insects. Prices: 1-oz.
bottle, 35c; yi- lb. bottle, $1.25; 2-lb. tin,
$3-25; 10 lbs., $11.85. Cannot be mailed.
shipping weight 10 lbs.; 2-row attachment, $1.50; Brass strainer for filling tank,
$1.25; Auto-spray nozzle, 60c.
Hudson Junior Spray-
KIllS PUNT
INSECTS
Harmless to maj*
"^tSTOCK BIRDS AMP
nuuoE Tr«»!>
.^fflUNGORMLEYKINfi®
Bug Death - A powder for killing
bugs and at the same
time does not injure the plant. Prices: Lb., 35c; 3 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs., $1.00; 12^2
A new non-poisonous insecticide that
is recommended for killing a wider range
of plant insects than any other insect¬
icide. It will do the work of practically
all others combined. Here are just a few
of the insects on which it has been tested
and proved — cucumber, melon, potato
and squash beetles, cabbage worms, rose
slugs, red spider, mealy bugs, leaf hop¬
pers, currant worms, plant lice, etc.
Easy to use, just mix with water and stir.
Prices: 1-oz. bottle, 35c; 6-oz. bottle,
$1.00; 16-oz. bottle, $2.00, postpaid. Not
prepaid, 1 quart, $3-50; 1 gal., $13-00;
5 gals., $50.00.
A splendid smaller compressed air sprayer
with a capacity of 2yi. gals. Well constructed
and ideal for the home garden. Prices: Gal¬
vanized, $5-00; Brass, $7.00. Shipping wt.,
8 lbs.
Bucket Pump - A quality spray-
- — - - — - — er. Made of
heavy seamless brass tubing, with a large
brass air-chamber; it has brass ball valves; is
double-acting and will produce a continuous
spray or stream. Prices: $4.50 each. Ship¬
ping weight, 8 lbs. 8-foot galvanized exten¬
sion for spraying trees, $1.25. Bucket is not
furnished with this pump.
Knapsack Sprayer-
(Myers). Capacity, 5 gals. All working
parts are readily accessible. Fitted with 5
feet of % inch hose, stop cock, pipe extension
lbs., $2.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 12y! lbs., $1.50; 100-lb. kegs, $9.00.
TobaCCO Dust— apMds anc^ ^ea beetles. Extra fine grade. Prices:
Lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 75c, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs..
and Bordeaux or graduating Vermorel spray
nozzle. Prices: Galvanized, $11.00; Copper,
$15.00.
S D 6 C i a 1 Soraver _ ^ stronS*y constructed tin sprayer designed for
” t* J use jn gardens, poultry houses, etc.
Price :
oils, disinfectants, bug poisons. Capacity, 1 quart.
Handles
50c, postpaid.
$1.00; 25 lbs., $1.75; 50 lbs., $2.50; 100 lbs., $4.00; 1,000 lbs. or over, at $3-50
per 100 lbs.
§lm<5oJiot _ All-round insecticide to kill bugs, beetles, green flies, slug
- — - worms. Does not injure foliage. Prices: Lb., 35c; 5 lbs.,
Continuous Sprayer - S° desiSned that the pressure generated on
^ the down stroke of the plunger produces a
$1.00, postpaid. Not prepaid, 10 lbs., $1.25; 25 lbs., $2.75; 50 lbs., $5 00; 100
lbs., $9.00.
Vo 1 C k _ Controls such pests as red spider, mealy bugs, scale insects, white
_ flies and aphis. Does not discolor foliage. Prices: Half pint,
50c; pint, 75c; qt., $1.00; gal., $3.00; 5 gals., $12.00. Cannot be mailed.
continuous mist like spray. 1 quart, tin, $1.00, postpaid.
POWDER DUSTERS
American Beauty— The best, drr Powder dus,ter on tbe“ariset f?r
- - orchard, vineyard, garden or field. Easily
Target Scale Destroyer - Dormant spray for San Jose and
_ oyster shell scale. Destroys the
white fly. A soluble oil that mixes easily. Prices: Quart, 60c; gal., $1.50;
5 gals., $6.50. Cannot be mailed.
Dry Lime Sulphur— For scale and certain fungus. Apply 12 to 15
_ — lbs. in 50 gals, of water. Prices: Lb., 40c;
5 lbs., $1.50; 10 lbs., $2.25; 25 lbs., $4.50; 50 lbs., $8.00. Cannot be mailed.
Sheep Manure— Pulver,12ed^°ue r.hf most generally used of
_ £. _ animal manures. Highly recommended for vege¬
tables, flowers and lawns. Apply 1,000 lbs. per acre. Prices: 25 lbs., $1.25;
operated. Filled and brought into action in less than five minutes. Special
literature containing full information mailed free upon application. Shipping
weight, 14 lbs. Price: $20.00.
Hand Duster _ ^ new d*rect compression duster, 1 quart capacity. Ex¬
tension and fan shaped distributor for dusting under¬
side of leaves. Price: $1.25, postpaid.
SEEDER or SOWERS
r<ihnnn _ If is a well known and practical broadcaster of
^anoon aeeaer wheat> millet> alfalf£ etc Sows from 4 10 8
acres per hour. The bag and hopper holds about 22 quarts. Price: $5-00 each
50 lbs., $2.00; 100 lbs., $3.25; 500 lbs. or over, at $2.75 per 100 lbs
Bone Meal - A fertilizer for all
purposes; safe and
effective. Especially good for use on lawns.
Apply 10 lbs. to 250 square feet. Prices: 5
lbs., 50c; 10 lbs., 90c; 25 lbs., $1.50; 100 lbs.,
$3-50; ton, $70.00. These prices are F. O. B.
New Orleans.
Raffia _ For bunching vegetables. We
handle the finest grade only.
Prices: Lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.00, postpaid.
Not prepaid, 10-lb. lots or over, at 30c per
lb., 50-16. lots or over, at 28c per lb., 100-lb.
lots or over, at 26c per lb.
Nitrate of Soda— < SuppHes nitro¬
gen to the sou;
very active. Should be applied with a filler
or as a liquid. Use 200 to 500 lbs. per acre.
Prices: 5 lbs., 50c; 25 lbs., $1.50; 100 lbs.,
$4.00; ton, $75-00. Cannot be mailed.
Stim-U-plant — odorless,
J _ highly concen¬
trated plant food, in tablet form, with guaran¬
teed chemical analysis of 11% nitrogen, 12%
phosphoric acid, 15% potash. Complete
directions with every package.
Price: Trial size, 15c; small size, 25c; 100
tabiets, 75c; 1,000, $3-50.
flntrol
For sweet eating ants. The Antrol
System kills ants in their nests. It is
a new, scientific, complete set of
permanent equipment that quickly,
safely and surely “gets” ants at
their source. The complete set includes small glass containers
and special Antrol syrup. Prices: New Size. A convenient
set containing one 4-ounce bottle of Antrol syrup and four
Antrol patented glass containers, $1.00.
Cottage Set: Contains one 6-ounce bottle of Antrol syrup
and nine Antrol patented glass containers, $1.90; Antrol con¬
tainers (100 in a case) 15c each; Antrol syrup: 1 pint, $1.00;
1 gallon, $4.00. Cannot be mailed. Write for booklet.
An effective bait for con-
F. O." B. New Orleans. Shipping weight, 9 lbs.
Cyclone Seed Sower - A Cheap broadcast of simple construc-
•' non. Will sow any seed and easily ad¬
justed to suit the seed being sown. Price:
$2.50 each, postpaid.
Note: Repair parts of all sprayers, seed¬
ers, etc., listed above can be supplied. Write
for prices.
finnml
trolling cutworms, slugs,
snails, grasshoppers, ear¬
wigs, sowbugs, gophers,
etc. It is a ready prepared
The %otional Test Control
broadcast on the ground under and around the vegetation.
Water, rain or sprinkling will not harm it and it will not
harm the plants. Prices: Lb., 50c; 3 lbs., $1.00; 15 lbs.,
$3.75. Cannot be mailed.
Vigoro
.Especially prepared to sup¬
ply lawns, gardens, flowers,
shrubbery, and trees with all of the plantfood
elements needed for rapid, sturdy and luxuri¬
ant growth. It is clean, odorless, and easy to
apply. It can be sown by hand like grass
seed. Complete directions in every bag.
Prices: 5-lb. pkg., 50c; 25-lb. bag, $1.75;
50-lb. bag, $3-00; 100-lb. bag, $5-00, F. O. B.
New Orleans.
Dirt Bands - Market Gardeners and
- Commercial Iruckers
use "Dirt Bands” to start off their early
plants of Cucumbers, Cantaloupes, Eggplants,
etc. This is a box 4x4x4 without bottoms.
Prices : 100 (mailing weight about 8 lbs.),
75c; 500 for $2.00; 1,000 for $3-50; 5,000 or
over, at $3-25 per 1,000 F. O. B. New Orleans.
Prices on tacks for Dirt Bands, yi lb., 15c;
lb., 50c, postpaid.
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CHICKS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
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Baby Chicks Easy To Raise— Try Some
The lowly hen has become a mighty money maker in those
states where farmers try to diversify and increase their incomes
through side lines. The great percentage of the poultry and
and eggs produced in this country come from the common farm
flock and not from the fully equipped commercial poultry farms.
In Georgia the annual income from poultry and eggs amounts
to $40,000,000. In Mississippi the value for the state is put
at $25,000,000.
Iowa, a farming state that gets its income from several
sources, produces $70,000,000 worth of poultry and eggs, most
of which comes from the average farm flocks of 100 chickens.
In Louisiana the annual output is estimated at ten to twelve
million dollars, an amount just about one-fifth of what it
should be. New Orleans alone consumes over $6,000,000 worth
of poultry products annually and furnishes an excellent cash
market.
Reuter’s Bred-to-Lay Chicks--
Once our customers become acquainted with the high
quality of our Baby Chicks, our reputation for supply¬
ing extra fine, bred-to-lay chicks will be as widespread
and gilt-edged as our admitted policy of distributing
none but the most superior garden, field and flower seeds.
Before undertaking the distribution of High Grade
Baby Chicks we took every precaution, investigated
every angle, and made every precaution to send our
critical trade nothing but the most dependable, sturdy,
bred-to-lay Baby Chicks. Our chicks are without doubt
the finest laying strains that blood lines, mating, culling
and intensive care can produce. Do away with setting
hens and the trouble of tending various flocks of varying
ages! Raise Reuter's Bred-To-Lay Baby Chicks!
You Pay Postman on Delivery —
We ship chicks by Parcel Post prepaid by us, delivered
direct to your door, the same as first class mail. You
need not pay in advance, unless you choose to do so.
You may pay the postman for the chicks when deliv¬
ered. We notify you just exactly when to expect the
chicks so you may be prepared to receive them. Reuter's
Bred-To-Lay Chicks are true to type and color. They
are always of pure, bred-to-lay stock-big, strong, vigor¬
ous, fluffy, healthy, quick-growing chicks. Order a
good sized flock of these extra fine Baby Chicks and get
into the highly profitable early broiler business. You
can raise a broiler in ten weeks and sell at a nice profit.
We take all the risk of delivering to you full count
of healthy chicks — delivered directly to your door.
100% Live Delivery Guaranteed — You are ibsolutely
~ assured of receiving
full count and full value for your purchase for we guarantee to make delivery of
100 per cent of big, strong, fluffy, quick-
growing chicks from positively bred-to-lay
flocks. We take all the risks — you are bound
to get full count. As a matter of fact, most of
our customers will receive more live chicks
than they pay for, as we always put in some
extras. We further guarantee that you will be
thoroughly satisfied with every Baby Chick
order placed with us. We are here to see that
you get every chick that you pay for.
No Order for Less than 50 Chicks
than 50 chicks. If you order, 200,
Money-Making Baby
icks _ Baby Chicks are money makers
' whether purchased for supply¬
ing the home with fryers and egg-laying hens
or for the farm commercial flock. The average
family may obtain delicious frying size chick¬
ens and a constant egg supply for the table,
and be relieved of the trouble and expense of
hatching, by obtaining a small supply of Baby
Chicks. The farm that wants to add to its
regular cash income can start operations with
Baby Chicks and have early broilers on the
market in ten weeks, or build up a highly
profitable egg-laying flock through Baby
Chicks. Reuter’s Bred-To-Lay Baby Chicks
are easy to raise; easy to obtain; and are deliv¬
ered to you without the slightest trouble or
inconvenience on your part.
POSTPAID PRICES
For delivery during January, February, March, April
auu may.
50 chicks
100 chicks
500 chicks
S. C. White Leghorns . .
. .$7.50
$14.00
$65 00
S. C. Brown Leghorns . .
.. 7 50
14.00
65-00
S. C. Buff Leghorns ....
.. 8.50
16 00
75 00
Barred Plymouth Rocks.
. . 8.50
16 00
75.00
Rhode Island Reds .
. . 8.50
16.00
75 00
S. C. Black Minorcas. . .
.. 8.50
16.00
75 00
Mottled Anconas .
.. 8.50
16.00
75 00
Buff Orpingtons .
.. 8.50
16.00
75 00
White Rocks .
.10.00
18.00
85 00
White Wyandottes .
. .10.00
18.00
85.00
White Rhode islands. . .
. .10.00
18.00
85.00
Buff Rocks .
. .10.00
18.00
85.00
S. L. Wyandottes .
. .10.00
18.00
85 00
Mixed Chicks .
. . 7.00
1300
60.00
For delivery duringjune
, July, Aug. , Sept. , Oct. and Nov.
50 chick
100 chicks
500 chicks
S. C. White Leghorns. . .
. $6.00
$11.20
$52.00
S. C. Brown Leghorns . .
.. 6.00
11.20
52.00
S. C. Buff Leghorns ...
.. 6.80
12.80
60.00
Barred Plymouth Rocks.
.. 6.80
12.80
60.00
Rhode Island Reds .
. . 6 80
12.80
60 00
S. C. Black Minorcas. . .
. . 6 80
12.80
60.00
Mottled Anconas .
.. 6.80
12.80
60.00
Buff Orpingtons .
. . 6.80
12.80
60.00
White Rocks .
. . 8.00
14.40
68.00
White Wyandottes .
.. 8.00
14.40
68.00
White Rhode islands. . .
.. 8.00
14.40
68.00
Buff Rocks .
. . 8.00
14.40
68.00
S. L. Wyandottes .
.. 8.00
14.40
68.00
Mixed Chicks .
. 5 60
10.40
48.00
_We can accept
no order for less
300, 500 or more, we ship each 100 in a separate
shipping case — a strong, perfectly ventilated
box, made especially for transporting baby
chicks. We ship chicks by parcel post.
We pay the postage. The chicks are delivered
to your home by the carrier, just the same as
first class mail. We notify you by mail when
shipment will be made so you can properly
prepare for the arrival of the chicks. If you
wish to specify the date of shipment, write it
in your order.
How to Order - We will ship your
- - Baby Chicks
C. O. D. if you wish. This permits you to
order your chicks far in advance and then
simply pay the Postman when he brings them.
Or, you may send Money Order with your
order. Be sure to state when you want the
chicks. We will notify you about when they
will arrive. Full instructions will be supplied
you on how to care for them on arrival. When
you send your order please specify a first and
second choice of breeds in chicks. This is to
save you delay. If we haven't chicks of your
first breed selection, we can ship the breed you
consider next best. We fill all orders just as
soon after receipt as possible. Place your order
early. The earlier we have your order, the
better we can prepare to serve you at the
proper time.
Reuter’s Bred -To -Lay Baby Chicks Will Add To Your Profits
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Write for OliantitV Prices _ Market prices change often on field and farm seeds. When ready to buy, send for our Current Red Ink
- — - — — - - Price List. It is issued at intervals during the year and gives you the benefit of our lowest prices.
SOUTHERN-GROWN SEED CORN
Davis’ Prolific Corn. _ No. 747 — An outstanding and popular pro-
- L - - — - — - - lific corn that is the result of many years of
careful and systematic seed breeding by Mr. Clarendon Davis, the originator, who
lives in Alabama. A medium early variety; two or more ears to the stalk; a
large, deep, white grain on a small cob. The ears are medium size, filling close in
the rows and well out at the tip and butt. The shuck is heavy and covers the ear
tightly, protecting it from birds, insects, and prevents loss in wet weather.
Matures in 120 to 130 days. We do not know of any so-called prolific corn that
can even compare with the results that can be obtained from this pure seed that
is exclusively distributed by us direct from the originator. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price
List inserted in this catalog.
SureCrODDer _ No- 754 — Originated in Texas, but now grown
- - sively in all parts of the South. It is an early cc
ex ten-
corn for
spring planting and a quick maturing corn for summer planting. Resists drouth
and hot winds. Uniform good sized ears, fourteen rows of wide, white grains of
good depth. It is one of the best corns for the South, more especially in sections
where corn is an uncertain crop. In Louisiana and Texas, it is the best "summer
crop" corn, for it develops a wonderful crop during our usual hot dry summers.
Fine also for roasting ears. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Pved Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Improved Golden Dent — N°- 760~' Thf best Mgh yielding
- £ - - - yellow corn for the South. It is
medium early ; ears are blocky and well shaped, usually 7 to 10 inches long, con¬
taining fourteen to eighteen rows of broad, deep, shiny golden yellow grains.
Matures in 120 to 130 days. It has proven its adaptability to a wide range of
climates and soils, and can be depended upon to produce abundant yields in
any part of the South. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Mexican June— N° ,758-A reliable "catch crop" variety It is
- — - - largely planted after oats and other grains. We do
not recommend planting before May 1st if grain is wanted, and it can be planted
as late as August 15th in the lower South with good results. The stalks are us¬
ually short, although early planting makes stalks 12 to 15 feet high. The roots
run deep, so it is a splendid drouth resister. Ears are 8 to 9 inches long, grain
short to medium, cob is also medium in size. Makes attractive "roasting ears”
right up to frost. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c, 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices
on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Red Mexican June _ No. 762 — Has all the general characteristics
_ - - - - of the white variety, but the grains are a
yellowish-red. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on
larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
YellOW Creole _ No. 7^9 — A popular flint variety that originated in
_ _ _ _ _ — - Louisiana. Resists drouth and stands wet weather
as well. Produces two good ears to the stalk. The husk tightly covers the ears,
making it almost bird and weevil proof. Ears are 8 to 9 inches long; sixteen to
eighteen rowed. Matures in 130 days. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c,
postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
catalog.
Calhoun Red Cob — N°- 755— The best known non-prolific corn
- - in Louisiana and Mississippi. Cobs are usually
deep red in color, and the kernels are white and yellow. Matures in 130 days.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quan¬
tities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Giant Red Cob - No. 748 — A large, white red-cob corn. Ears are
- — _ 8 to 12 inches long, 16 to 18 rows; grains very
wide and thick. The ears are stocky, not slender, and usually covered over the
tips by heavy, coarse shucks that give excellent protection against weevils, etc.
Makes big yields and its milling qualities are unexcelled. Matures in 115 to 125
days. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Hickorv Kin£ - No- 756 — A white variety that has the largest grains
- — - — and smallest cob of any corn. Matures in 100-125
days, depending on weather. It husks and shells easily. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb.,
30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
NORTHERN GROWN SEED CORN
Silver Mine — 749 — Largely planted for "roasting ears” by the
- shippers in Louisiana, Texas, and other southern
states. Also fine for early green feed and silage. Ears run 9 to 12 inches long; 16
to 22 rows of pure white kernels, solidly set on a medium small white cob; ears
well filled out at butt and tip end. Matures in 100 days. For roasting ears,
ready in 80 to 85 days. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Early Yellow Learning — No: 751— Planted in the South fot
- - - early green feed and ensilage, ihe
ears are large with deep, bright yellow kernels. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c;
2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
Early White Dent — No- 763 — A large, early white corn that is
- - - £ - - popular with shippers in the South who grow
"roasting ears" for shipment. Ears are 12 inches long, usually two ears to the
stalk. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
PLANT PLENTY OF PEANUTS
Any soil that will grow corn or cotton will grow peanuts. In addition to the
yield of nuts, the hay is superior to alfalfa in fat and almost equal in protein.
Enriches the soil also. Plant 1 to 2 bushels to the acre in 1}A to 3 foot rows and
cover 1 to 2 inches deep.
Spanish Peanuts - No. 865-The best variety for forage and a
— - — - - - fattening crop m the South. An early, heavy
bearer. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger quan¬
tities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Improved Valencia Peanuts — ^°; 8bf~A Pr°du«ive and
- - i. - - desirable variety. Pods are
large, close and well filled, containing three to four nuts with red skins in each
pod. Mild, sweet and enjoyable flavor. A splendid commercial variety. Prices:
Lb., 35c; 3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
Price List inserted in this catalog.
North Carolina Running Peanuts — No. 867— There is
— - - - — — — — - —2 - . a good demand
for this running type of peanuts. It’s a sure cropper. Nuts a little larger than
the Spanish. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
UPLAND RICE - No. 881 — You can grow rice on upland as well
- — , - - as on lowlands. Yields 20 to 30 bushels per acre.
Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
JERUSALEM OR GROUND ARTICHOKES—
No. 816 — Every hog raiser should grow artichokes. The hogs will harvest them
without cost, will fatten on them, and they will keep the hogs in fine condition.
It is claimed that artichokes prevent hog cholera. They are grown just like
potatoes. Requires about 250 to 300 pounds to plant an acre. The tubers should
be cut into small pieces, two eyes to the piece, and plant 2 inches deep, in rows,
3 to feet apart, 15 to 18 inches apart in the row. In the fall when they have
matured, turn the hogs among them and they will feed on them all winter,
except when ground is wet or frozen. An average crop is 200 to 300 bushels per
acre. A find food for cattle and horses; for dairy cows it is claimed to be nearly
equal to bran as a milk producer. They also make an excellent table dish when
boiled or served as a salad. Prices: Lb., 25c; 3 lbs., 70c, postpaid. For prices on
larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
CHUFAS, OR EARTH ALMONDS— 8/5-a sPe-
- . - - - . cies of ground
nut. Hogs will not only fatten quickly on them, but the meat is sweeter than
when corn-fed. Any land suitable for corn, cotton or peanuts will make a good
crop of Chufas, but they do best on light, sandy soils. Plant from April until
the end of June in V/2 to 3 foot rows, dropping three to five Chufas together, 15
to 18 inches apart in the rows, and cover 2 inches deep. In the fall, pull a few
plants with the roots, and give vour hogs and poultry a taste, and they will go
over the entire field in search of them, and will attend to the harvest. A bushel
(44 lbs.) will easily plant ly* acres. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 70c, post¬
paid . For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
50
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Write for OtiantitX Prices - Market prices change often on field and farm seeds. When ready to buv, send for our Current Red Ink
— - — — - ■ ■ Price List. It is issued at intervals during the year and gives you the benefit of our lowest prices.
REUTER’S COTTON SEED
Our cotton seed is grown expressly for us under contract by the best breeders
in the South. The seed is carefully culled and graded. We ship uniform, plump,
heavy weight seed of the leading varieties adapted for growing in the South.
Wannamaker- Cleveland Big Boll — ^°- 7?9~TA„stan'
_ _ _ — - - - dard big boll cot¬
ton. It makes a medium sized stalk, but is sturdy and limbs are strong. Foliage
light, which allows the sunlight to reach even- portion of it. Puts on fruit
quickly and matures its bolls rapidly. The lint is of good length, pulling usually
1 to 1)4 inch, and is heavy and strong in texture, with an average turn-out at
the gin of about 37 to 38 per cent lint. Can be planted on any soil and will come
nearer thriving under any and all conditions than any other cotton. Our seed is
grown in North Carolina, and is carefully culled and graded. Prices: Lb., 30c;
4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
Hawkins’ Prolific Big Boll—1 No- .l80rA* ,ftra ear!>’ very
— _ _ ” - prolific big boll cotton that is a
favorite with many of our customers. It is tall-growing, long tap root, resists
drouth; from two to four limbs near the surface branching two short limbs to¬
gether all the wav up to the top, all literally covered with big, white bolls. The
foliage is light, and the usual turn-out is about 38 to 40 per cent. Opens well,
and adapted to all soils. We offer originator's pure-bred Georgia grown seed
only. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., SI. 00, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Improved Early King — No- 7.* * * * * * * 8.1- In s.ections where the boil
_ — _ _ — — . — - _ weevil is prevalent, or where the season
is short, an early maturing cotton is absolutely necessary. This variety makes a
3 to 4 foot plant with many small branches, and will average 33 to 35 per cent
lint of medium length. Not recommended for planting west of the Mississippi
River. Prices: Lb., 30c: 4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Bank Account _ ^°' ^ — An extra eariy and very prolific cotton.
_ i _ _ It opens earlier than most other sorts and doesn’t
blow out or drop out as quickly. It's a heavier bearer and makes a better and
longer lint than most extra earlies. It roots deeply, resisting both drouth and
storms. It branches well and has light open foliage. It fruits from top to bottom
of plant. Test crops never averaged less than 40 and sometimes as high as 43 per
cent lint. The staple is of medium length. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, post¬
paid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
catalog.
Tool© Prolific _ -No. 785 — A wilt-resistant, small boll variety that
does not grow tall. It has a long tap root which en¬
ables it to resist drouth. Opens wide and is easily picked. Average 40 to 41 per
cent lint. Popular in Louisiana. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Delfos 6102 — 788 — The Delfos Cottons have proved themselves
. _ the great producers and the most popular staple cottons
ever grown. They have stood up under the severest tests; making good yields
both wet and dry seasons. They are the safest staple cottons of the present time.
They are very early and very prolific. The plants are open, very low and spread¬
ing, many long fruiting branches, with very small leaves. 70 to 90 bolls to the
pound, depending on the strain. The picking qualities are good. Length of
staple 1J4 to and of good character. Lint percentage, 31 to 33. We offer the
very best improved strains of Delfos Cotton Seed, which includes Delfos 6102-911
and Delfos 6102 A-2C-3 . Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. For prices
on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
GIANT BEGGAR WEED _ No. 718 — Deserves a better
.. name, for it is a nitrogen-
gatherer, makes a hay rich in protein and relished by stock, and is of real value
on thin sandy land for pasture or hav. Makes a fine cover crop, especially for
orchards. Erect in growth, reaching a height of 7 to 8 feet. Sow 3 to 4 lbs. to
the acre in 3 foot drills, or 10 to 12 lbs. broadcast. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 80c;
2 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
SUNFLOWER— MAMMOTH RUSSIAN—^ s’12
- _ - * - — T h e
seeds when fed to poultry make a real egg-producer, being rich in oil and protein;
it is an ideal food during the moulting season. No farm where poultry is raised
can afford to be without a patch of sunflower. The leaves are excellent fodder.
The whole plant makes fine ensilage and hog feed. Under favorable conditions,
40 to 60 bushels can be grown on an acre. Plant up to the middle of July at the
rate of 8 to 10 lbs. per acre. Plant and cultivate like corn. Prices: Pkt., 10c;
lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
Price List inserted in this catalog.
DWARF ESSEX RAPE _ No. 872 — Produces quick green for-
- - - - age or grazing for hogs and poultry.
Rape makes a very acceptable dish of "greens" and can be grown as a substitute
for turnip greens. The tops look like rutabagas and growth is similar vet larger.
Rape makes no bulbous roots. It is valuable not only for pasture but for green
feeding. It can be grown successfully and profitably on any soil that will make
a crop of turnips. Hogs and chickens need pasture and rape pasture is excellent.
The plants grow 1J4 to 3 feet high. Can be planted in rows like turnips, 4 lbs.
to the acre, or broadcasted at the rate of 8 to 10 lbs. per acre, covering by a light
harrowing. Ready for grazing in eight to ten weeks. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb.,
30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
JAPANESE BUCKWHEAT— ^ 728 — Grown for poultry
— ■ teed, it is easily grown, desir¬
able and profitable for large grain yields, flower food for bees, and turned under
it is a good soil improver. Only eight to ten weeks to make a crop. It is a most
excellent late summer catch crop, also a splendid summer crop for orchards.
Buckwheat makes a fine quality of flour, the kind that goes into the famous
"buckwheat cakes." Sow 40 to 50 lbs. to the acre either broadcast or with a
grain drill. Prices: Lb., 25c: 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
MILLETS
Golden Millet — No 853 — German or Golden Millet makes a quickly
. . - - grown, easily cured and large yielding, nutritious
hay crop. Relished by horses and cattle. Seed thickly, not less than 50 lbs. to
the acre, any time from the middle of April until the end of July. Its a quick
crop, maturing in six to eight weeks. Cut while in bloom, before the seed hardens
in the head. Growing millet with an early variety of cowpeas, like Whippoor¬
will, is becoming quite popular, 40 lbs. of millet being sown with a bushel of
cowpeas. The crop should be cut when the millet is coming into bloom, regard¬
less of the maturity of the cowpeas, for at that stage the feeding value of the
millet hay is the highest. Grown together, the yield is larger than when either
is grown alone. Prices: Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Manitoba Hog Millet— No, ®54~Grows from 3 to 6 feet tall,
_ — — - - — and furnishes excellent feed for poultry.
Relished by all kinds of stock. Prices: Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
, or Cat-Tail Millet— n°- 85r5TAlso calle,d Pencillaria-
- - - One of the best and most nutri¬
tious of the continuous cutting green forage plants. Grows 10 to 12 feet high,
but cutting can commence when it has attained the height of 3 to 4 feet, when
it will stool out enormously and make rapid growth; can be cut in this way"
three to four times during a season. It does well even on poor land, and surpris¬
ingly well in dry seasons. All kinds of stock eat it greedily and flourish on it.
It is a warm weather plant, and should not be planted until the ground is thor¬
oughly warmed. No plant will go further towards solving the forage problem
in the South than Pearl Millet. It ought to be grown on every farm. Sow 6 to
8 lbs. to the acre in rows 3 feet apart. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 Jbs., 50c
postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
catalog.
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Write for OliantitV Prices _ Market prices change often on field and farm seeds. When ready to buy, send for our Current Red Ink
. - J — - — - Price List. It is issued at intervals during the year and gives you the benefit of our lowest prices.
Japanese Honey Cane Seed — No- 898— while this variety
— - — ...r - is extensively grown for syrup
and is really a syrup cane, it is an ideal sort for silage, when a large tonnage per
acre is desired. It makes a large, juicy and succulent growth. One root will
stool out and produce three to five stalks, usually growing from 10 to 12 feet
tall, producing 30 to 50 bushels of seed per acre and 150 to 200 gallons of syrup,
which is of fine flavor. It is best to cut for making syrup just before the seeds
ripen as the plants have more saccharine at that state of development, but if you
desire to save seed, let the plant mature and cut when it is fully ripe. Plant on
rich land during April, May and June in drills (4-foot rows) at the rate of 12 to
15 lbs. per acre. Cultivate like corn and chop out like cotton, leaving plants
about 10 to 12 inches apart in the row. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c,
Said. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
>g.
Texas Seeded Ribbon Cane — J-J0 . 897~Th£.true Goose-
— Neck type This is a real
syrup cane and highly prized everywhere by syrup makers, for its rank and vigor¬
ous growth and heavy juicy stalk, which produces a large yield of syrup. Grows
10 to 12 feet high and produces dark heavy, oval-shaped pendant heads. It
matures late but makes a heavy growth of green foliage for fodder and ensilage.
Plant and cultivate the same as Japanese Honey Cane described above. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red
Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
SORGHUM AND CANE SEED FOR FORAGE
Can be planted either alone or mixed with cowpeas. If planted in drills, use
8 to 10 lbs. per acre, or about 50 lbs. for broadcasted for forage; if sown broad¬
cast with peas use 25 lbs. with one bushel of peas. Our seed is remarkably clean
and of exceptional quality. It pays to plant the best.
Improved Black Amber— -n°- 90,1rFar sTerior in «rowtl]
... and yielding qualities as compared
to the orignal early Amber Sorghum. Not good for svrup. Splendid for early
green feed or silage purposes. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Early Orange _ No. 899 — With taller and heavier stalks than the
— — Amber, although not as early or as popular. Prices:
Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red
Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Red Top _ (Sumac) No. 902 — It is the great hay cane or sweet sorghum
‘ crop for the southwest. Its slender stalk and abundance of
leaves make it desirable for hay. Resists drouth better than the Amber and
Orange. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
SCHROCK KAFFIR _ No. 903 — Sometimes called Sagrain
- - A new gram sorghum. It has made a
crop when corn and other crops failed. Quick growing, maturing in about ten
weeks. Drill 5 pounds per acre. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
White Kaffir — No-. 891 — Grows 4 to 8 feet tali, making a straight
- upright growth. It has a strong stem with enormous
wide leaves. Sow in rows, 3/4 feet apart, drilling seed thinly. With cowpeas,
sow broadcast 15 pounds of Kaffir Corn to a bushel of peas; sown alone broad¬
cast 40 pounds to the acre. Prices: 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices
on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
R6(I Kaffir _ No. 892 — Grows taller and the stalks are more slender than
- the White Kaffir. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c,
postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price list inserted in this
catalog.
EGYPTIAN WHEAT OR SHALLU — No 895- Some
— — . — times called
Chicken Corn. It grows tall, stools out, frequently three to six stalks from a
single root. Cut when at the dough stage, and a second cutting may be obtained.
When grown for grain, the tops are cut, cured in a dry place and threshed like
other grains. For cattle, horses, hogs, and poultry, the grain may be fed either
whole or ground. It is of high feeding value, and will take the place of corn.
Plant 8 to 10 lbs. to the acre in rows 3/4 to 4 feet apart. Sow broadcast at the
rate of 25 lbs. per acre. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
DWARF MILO MAIZE— No- 896-It is a reliable crop and
_ _ highly valued by farmers as a gram
crop, or a substitute for corn. It grows about 4 feet. Makes large grain heads;
usually crookneck. Plant 10 lbs. per acre in rows 3 to 4 feet apart. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
Price List inserted in Ibis catalog.
To maintain soil fertility every crop
rotation should include legumes.
To get the best returns from legumes
inoculate the seed with Mulford
Cultures. They increase the yield and improve the quality. More nitrogen is
drawn from the air by inoculated legumes than is used by the plant itself, thus
they add nitrogen and humus to the soil for the benefit of the succeeding grain
crops. Up-to-date farmers inoculate these crops and insist on the best — Mulford
Cultures.
Easiest cultures to use — simply mix with water and add to seed. Most econom¬
ical. Insure best results. Cheaper than any nitrogenous fertilizer you can buy.
Agricultural experiment stations everywhere recommend inoculation.
When ordering always state kind of seed you wish to inoculate.
BROOM CORN _ (Evergreen) No. 723 — A fine crop for dry land
- farming where there is a market for the straw for
brooms. It has practically no feed value. Plant in 3/4 foot row, thinning out to
stand 8 to 10 inches in the row and cultivate like corn. Cut when seeds are at
the dough stage, as at this time it not only gives a greater weight of brush, but
it makes a better sweeping broom. Six pounds will plant an acre. Prices: Pkt.,
10c; lb. ,,30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
List inserted in this catalog.
FETERITA _ _ No. 894 — A non-saccharine grain sorghum that has made
— — — — — good as an early maturing, drouth resisting crop in the
South. Similar to Kaffir Corn in general habit, but grows a little taller and
produces larger heads, standing erect. It is about a month earlier than the
Kaffirs, and yields considerably more. Sow in rows like Kaffir Corn at the rate
of 6 to 8 lbs. to the acre. Prices: Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
POSTPAID PRICES FOR MULFORD CULTURE CONCENTRATES
For Small Seeds
For Large Seeds
Alfalfa
Bur Clover
Cow Peas
Perennial Peas
Crimson Clover
Yellow Clover
Soy Beans
Sweet Peas
Sweet Clover
Lespedeza
Canada Field Peas
Garden Peas
White Clover
Beggar Weed
Peanuts
Garden Beans
Red Clover
Vetch
Lima Beans
Alsike Clover
Velvet Beans
Lupins
5 bushel size. .
. $4.00
10 bushel size
. $4.00
2J4 bushel size . . .
. 2.25
5 bushel size . . . .
. 2.25
1 bushel size , .
. 1.00
2 bushel size . . . .
. 1.00
y2 bushel size. . .
. 60
1 bushel size ....
. 60
Garden size (composite culture for Garden Beans, Garden Peas, Lima Beans
and Sweet Peas) . 25c
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Write for Ouontitv Prices _ Market prices change often on field and farm seeds. When ready to buy, send for our Current Red Ink
_ _ _ — — _ - _ Price List. It is issued at intervals during the year and gives you the benefit of our lowest prices.
GRASSES FOR THE SOUTH
Sudan Grass _ No. 825 — A wonderful quick-growing summer hay
- - - - grass. It is an annual with short fibrous roots that
are killed by frost. Its greatest value is for hay, which is well liked by stock—
the entire plant, leaves, stems and heads, is eaten. It stools out wonderfully after
the first cutting; it is not uncommon to find more than a hundred stems growing
from a single root. The hay is equal to timothy in feeding value, and superior to
millet. Resists drouth. Adapted to all soils. When sown in rows it grows 6 to 7
feet high; when sown broadcast, it grows 4 to 5 feet high. If sown broadcast,
the hay is finer and rather better than when grown in rows. Cut when in bloom,
for at that stage the feeding value is the highest. May be grown with cowpeas
and soy beans, as being of erect growth it supports the pea vines and makes the
cutting easier and allows them to cure more quickly. Sow 6 lbs. to the acre in
2-foot rows, or 20 to 25 lbs. broadcast. Write to the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture,
Washington, D. C., for Farmers' Bulletin No. 1126, if you desire more information
about this splendid hay and pasture crop. Prices: Lb., 30c; 4 lbs., $1.00, post¬
paid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
catalog.
JohnSOIl GrHSS _ No. 827— While considered a pest in many parts
- - - — - — - - of the South, yet it is recognized as one of the
most valuable hay and forage plants. In places where its growth can be controlled
and kept from spreading into cultivated fields there is no other grass that makes
such enormous yields of hay. It should be cut just when the seed heads begin to
form, and furnishes about three cuttings per season. Relished by all classes of
stock especially horses. Sow in the spring at the rate of 40 to 50 lbs. to the acre.
Prices: Lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red
Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Carnet Grass - No. 830 — Unequalled for lawns and permanent pas-
- — - tures. It thrives on close grazing. It is remarkable for
its ability to grow on poor sandy soils; it thrives vigorously on any kind of soil,
if moisture conditions are favorable, even if the land is acid. Compared with
Bermuda Grass, it is its equal in feeding value; it may be grazed considerably
later in the fall and earlier in the spring. It thrives best and spreads more rapidly
when closely grazed, and trampling seems to improve it. It does splendidly sown
with Lespedeza and Burr Clover, the combination giving an all-the-year pasture.
On public parks, golf courses, and lawns it makes a thick, leafy sod that improves
with close cutting. It may be grown wherever the temperature does not fall
below 10 degrees. It is easily eradicated by plowing. Sow 10 lbs. to the acre for
pasture; 20 lbs. for lawn, from early spring until July. Write to the U. S. Dept,
of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., for Farmers' Bulletin No. 1130, if you desire
more information concerning this popular southern lawn and pasture grass.
Prices: Lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red
Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
RsrmUCltl Gr£lSS - No. — Makes a vigorous and persistant growth
- - - in every part of the South; lasts for years; stands
a long, hot summer without injury; grows well in any soil that is not too wet.
Sow at the rate of 8 to 10 lbs. to the acre for pasture; 15 to 20 lbs. for
lawns and golf courses. Plant from March until June. Seed will not germinate
when ground is cold, and under favorable conditions, takes 30 to 40 davs to
germinate. Prices: Jq lb., 20c; lb., 60c; 2 lbs., $1.10, postpaid. For prices on
larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Red Top or Herd’s Grass — No. 836 — For hay, pasture and
- - - - - . . lawns. Stands wet weather well,
and does best on heavy, moist lowlands. Grows about 2 feet high. Holds well in
summer if repeatedly mowed. Sow 15 to 20 lbs. to the acre. Prices: Lb., 40c;
2 lbs., 75c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog,
English Rve Grass - No. finest imported seed. Largely
- £_ - .. planted during the fall for winter lawns in
the South. Makes a heavy leaf growth for pasture and hay. For pasture, sow
40 to 50 lbs. to the acre; for lawns, use 1 lb. to 150 square feet, or 300 lbs. to the
acre. Prices: Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Italian Rvc Grass - No. 832 — The best winter grass to follow Ber-
— ■ -■ ' — .. — .I ... muda in the South. Scratch it in Bermuda sod
each fall or early winter for a velvety green lawn the year round. The leaves are
tall, broad, and flat. Makes a heavy hay crop on rich lands. More desirable than
the English Rye Grass for lawns and golf courses. Sow the same quantity as
recommended for English Rye grass. Prices: Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.50, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Domestic Rye Grass^°- 840-Grown in the Western United
- . - - - States. It is made up of Italian Rye with
a small percentage of English. Becoming very popular for winter lawns. The
seed is heavy and plump. Our stock is 99.50 per cent pure or better. Prices:
Lb., 30c; 5 lbs., $1.25, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink
Price List inserted in this catalog.
PLANT MORE CLOVER
Alfalfa — Peerless Brand — No. 7?1_^?urity centror
..... — . better ). I he very best type for
Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and other southern states. Sow at the
rate of 20 to 25 lbs. to the acre during the fall or early spring in thoroughly
prepared soil. The plants should be cut for hay when not more than half in
bloom. Prices: Lb., 45c; 2 lbs., 80c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Hairy Peruvian Alfalfa— ^o. 702-More upright growing than
_ - _ our Peerless Brand, and especially
adapted for the South. Th leaves and stems are quite hairy, giving the plants a
slightly grayish cast. The crowns are more erect and have fewer stems and
coarser than ordinary alfalfa. Makes growth in cool weather when other alfalfas
have ceased growing. Recovers rapidly after cutting. Prices: Lb., 45c; 2 lbs.,
80c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in
this catalog.
Lesnedeza Clover - No. 733 — Also called Japan Clover. One of the
_ 1. most valuable southern clovers. Grows well
on poor or rich land. Well adapted for use as a green manuring crop by turning it
under. Sow from February to May at the rate of 25 lbs. to the acre. Sow broad¬
cast on growing grain, if you like. It will yield as high as 4 tons to the acre,
frequently more. Write to the U. S. Dept, of Agriculture, Washington, D. C.,
for Farmers' Bulletin No. 1143, if you desire more information about this
valuable clover. Prices: Lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 70c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
WhitC Dutch Clover — No. 734 — For lawns and pastures. Makes
. ■■■■ a small, close, compact growth, covering
the ground like a carpet. Sow either in spring or fall. When sown alone, use 10
lbs. to the acre. It is better, however, sown in mixture with other grasses.
Prices: Lb., 75c; 2 lbs., $1.40, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see
Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Red ClOVer _ No. 737 — A valuable farm crop in the northern part of the
_ _ Cotton Belt. Equally good for pasture, hay and soil
improvement. It makes two or more cuttings each season. Sow seed during fall
or early spring, at the rate of 12 to 15 lbs. to the acre. Prices: Lb., 55c; 2 lbs.,
$1.00, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted
in this catalog.
Alsike ClOVCr _ No. 736 — Best clover for wet lands. Similar to Red
_ Clover, but more slender stems and smaller leaves;
blossoms white, shading pink. Does fine in the Central South. Sow 10 to 12 lbs.
to the acre during fall or early spring. Prices: Lb., 50c; 2 lbs., 90c, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Sweet Clover _ No. 635 — White Blossom or Mellilotus Alba. A splen-
did land builder. It is adapted to a wider range of
soils than any other variety. Useful for pasture, forage, ensilage, for bees, and
for turning under to improve the soil. Sow 15 to 20 lbs. to the acre during fall or
spring. Prices: Lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover—1 ^38c-So™'j times
_ . _ called Sour Clover.
Grows 15 to 20 inches high. Comes early and makes a full crop the first year.
Largely planted as a winter green manure crop. Builds up soils quickly. Sow
preferably during the early fall, also spring plantings are popular. Sow 15 to
20 lbs. to the acre. Prices: Lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 55c, postpaid. For prices on larger
quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
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REUTER SEED GO., Inc., New Orleans
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Write for Quantity Prices - Market prices change often on field and farm seeds. When ready to buy, send for our Current Red Ink
— -■ Price List. It is issued at intervals during the year and gives you the benefit of our lowest prices.
VELVET BEANS
The South’s wonderful forage and soil improving crop. An important factor
in developing the live-stock industry in the South and as a rotation crop which
helps the succeeding crops. Makes enormous growth, larger than any known
forage plant. The crop is of great value for grazing from late fall until early
spring. The beans have high feeding value and so are of importance as a concen¬
trated feed. Silage made by mixing the velvet bean with corn is a much better
feed than silage made from corn alone. For a fertilizing crop the velvet bean is of
greater value than the cowpea, as it makes a much heavier growth and is less
expensive.
Velvet Beans will not germinate well in cold or wet soil. On this account they
should not be planted until all danger of frost is past. Velvet Beans are usually
planted a peck to half a bushel to the acre in rows 5 feet apart, 2J-2 to 3 feet apart
in the row. They are also grown with corn. The corn is planted in 5-foot rows,
3 foot apart in the row, and the beans planted between the corn. At the last
working beans are planted again in the middles between the rows of corn. When
the corn is dry, it is pulled from the stalk and cattle turned in to graze.
Speckle Velvet Beans - No. 713-ThM variety is quick growing
. . - and very prolific. Makes a wonderful
growth of vines for pasturing and finishing cattle, and a fine soil-improver. It is
the principal variety cultivated. Prices: Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For
prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Osceola Velvet Beans — n°- 712-The pods are 4 to 5 inches in
, _ ... — length and contain usually six big
beans. Matures in 150 to 160 days. A splendid sort for fertilizer, crushing or
grinding. Prices: Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities,
see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Bush or Bunch Velvet Beans — J1,4- £rows, 2, to 3
- - - - - feet high. 1 he pod clusters
are formed in a dense mass near the base. Matures about the same time as the
Speckle, but the yield is less. Very popular as a green manure crop in orchards.
It is also grown quite largely in corn, as the plants do not vine and weight down
the corn as do the twining sorts. Easily harvested. The beans are usually
planted to alternate rows with corn. Prices: Lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid.
For prices on large quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
SOY OR SOJA BEANS
Plant Soy Beans for hay and soil improvement. Grow on all kinds of soils.
The hay is more nutritious than cow pea hay and the stock like it better. As a
milk and butter producer soy beans are equal to alfalfa and superior to cotton
seed meal. They can be hogged down without any harvesting expense. When cut
at the proper stage of growth the hay is equal to alfalfa for dairy cattle. Drouth
and excessive rainfall affect them less than cow peas. It is one of the easiest
crops to grow and harvest. Can be grown with cow peas to hold the pea-
vines off the ground; will improve the quality of the hay and make it easier to
cure. Increases the yield of the following crop. The beans are always in ready
demand for either planting purposes or at the oil mills.
Hogs fed on soy beans in combination with corn fatten much more economi¬
cally than on corn alone. Plant during April, May and June.
Laredo Soy Beans - No. 711~A bean of outstanding merit par-
_ _ _ — ticuJarly tor hay making. It has many slender
branches and the plants are leafy, both of which go to make an ideal hay. It is
medium in maturity, is a good yielder of beans and has an advantage over many
other sorts in that they do not shatter. A splendid soil improver. One bushel or
60 lbs. will plant 6 to 8 acres in rows 3 to 3J( feet apart. Prices: Lb., 35c;
2 lbs., 60c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
O-Too -Tan Soy Beans — No- 709rA sP]end!d. medium ear*y
- - sort for hay and soil improving. An
erect fairly rapid grower, 4 to 5 feet high, with fine stems and abundant foliage.
It has many leafy branches, which makes it easy to cut. Planted in 3 foot rows,
they will cover the land with a mass of foliage. Drop seeds 10 to 12 inches apart
in the row. Use 5 to 8 lbs. to the acre. Prices: Lb., 35c; 2 lbs., 60c, postpaid.
For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
Biloxi Soy Beans - ■No- 708~ An upright late variety, growing 4 to
- - - - - — - i - 5 feet high, covered with a dense mass of foliage
that does not shed easily. A heavy yielder of beans. For grazing, for hogging
down with corn, for soiling, it has no equal. It is an erect, upstanding plant
having no runners to wrap up everything in sight. This means something to the
orchardist who wants a cover crop to cover the ground only. Does well on all
kinds of soils. Should be planted in rows from 3 to 5 feet apart, and 10 to 12
inches apart in the row. Use 6 to 8 lbs. to the acre in 3 foot rows. Half the
quantity will usually plant an acre in corn. Prices: Lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, post¬
paid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
catalog.
Mammoth Yellow Soy Beans — No- 707— A strong grow-
— — — - - - - - -A - - - ing, late variety that is
very popular. Grows 3 to 5 feet high. The plant is erect in growth and can be
cut with a mower. A good hay bean and is well suited for planting with cow
peas. Plant in rows 30 lbs. to the acre, or broadcast 60 lbs. Prices: Lb., 30c;
2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
MUNG BEANS— BEAT THE MEXICAN
BEAN BEETLE
M^UIlll. BeanS _ No. 7d® — 4t *s uPr*ght growth, strong, and vigor-
— - — - - - ous, also free from disease of any sort. A wonderful
soil improver. Produces a large tonnage of hay and forage. Use 3 to 5 lbs. per
acre in 334> foot rows. Broadcast 10 to 15 lbs. per acre. For hay or turning under,
plant in May. Matures in 90 to 100 days. Does well on all kinds of land. Prices:
Pkt., 15c; lb., 50c; 4 lbs. (sufficient to plant an acre), $1.50, postpaid. For prices
on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
RECLEANED COWPEAS
The cow pea is the best known and most extensively grown leguminous crop
in the southern states. It is grown mainly for forage and to improve soil, but
the seeds are rather commonly used for human food.
No other legume can be grown so successfully and on such a variety of soils
under adverse conditions as the cow pea. There is no cheaper way to improve
poor land than by growing cow peas. Adds nitrogen to the soil and improves
its mechanical condition. Cow peas will fit in with any proper system of rotation
or good farming.
Cow pea hay is as valuable as clover hay; horses and mules need no grain during
the winter when fed cured cow pea hay. Cow peas grown in combination with
other crops, such as sorghum, kaffir corns, Sudan grass, Johnson grass, and millet,
produce a larger yield of hay, which is more easily handled and cured than cow
peas grown alone and constitute a better balanced ration.
Brabham Cowoea - No. 807_ A highly. disease-resistant early
— - .. - " variety that grows upright and retains foli¬
age exceptionally well in curing. It is wilt-proof. Grows well on all soils.
Prices: Lb., 30c; 2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red
Ink Price List inserted in this catalog.
IrOH CoWDOa - No. 806 — A vigorous grower, the vines 4 to 5 feet
- — - long, with large green leaves that it holds for a long
season. Makes especially fine hay. Not affected by rust. Prices: Lb., 30c;
2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
ClaV Cownea - No. 796 — The standard type. Medium late, of running
- J " - habit. A good variety for soil improvement, and the
vigorous growth of vine will give you a good forage crop. Prices: Lb., 30c;
2 lbs., 50c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List
inserted in this catalog.
Whippoorwill Cowpea - ^°- 797~An e«ly bushy sort. More
- - 1— L — _ _ _ _ _ largely grown than any cow pea. Prices:
Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c, postpaid. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price
List inserted in this catalog.
Mixed CoWDeaS _ d^°' — A m*xture £be principal varieties
. - — described above. Prices: Lb., 25c; 2 lbs., 40c,
Said. For prices on larger quantities, see Red Ink Price List inserted in this
>g.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
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SPRING
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A View of Flower Bed in Front of Main Entrance to Our New Building
We are taking considerable pride in our Flower Seed and Bulb Department
which we consider the most efficient and complete in the South. It is conducted
w'ith the sole purpose of supplying southern gardens with the very best flower
seeds and bulbs obtainable, in varieties that will grow and make good in the
South. Located in Dixieland, we are acquainted with the climatic conditions
prevailing, and our extensive trials make it possible for us to offer to southern
flower lovers just the assortments that will thrive in their gardens.
A good many flowers offered by northern seed houses will not do at all in our
semi-tropical climate and will only cause disappointment. Send your order to
us, and you will have the protection and satisfaction of getting seeds that will
grow, if treated right.
The seeds we are offering you on the following pages are especially grown for
us by the most reputable European and American growers, who have made the
production of quality flower seeds their life work. You will therefore under¬
stand that we offer you nothing but the best in each particular line. If you are
not a regular customer, give us a trial this year, and we are sure you will become
a regular customer.
Even the best of us will have failures now and then. It cannot be otherwise.
Still, we are aware that a great many disappointments are caused by inexperience.
As a human being must be cared for and protected during its infancy, so it is with
most flowers. The seedlings cannot be left to care for themselves. They must
be given the proper care until they are strong enough to withstand the variable
moods of the elements.
Note: Flower Seed Prices are postpaid.
We are endeavoring to assist you as much as possible with your garden prob¬
lems so we have specified for each variety of flower seed offered on the following
pages, the approximate time for planting, depending on latitude, and the best
manner in which to start the seeds. Many varieties of flowers are very fine seeded,
and if sown in the open ground there is great risk that the seeds will be washed
away. Others are too tender to start in the open. Such varieties should
be started off in cold frames or hot beds or if such are not available you may
get along very nicely with a shallow box. Fill the box with a mixture of finely
sifted soil, preferable leaf mold and sand, using three parts of soil to one part
of sand. Broadcast the seeds thinly over the surface and do not cover more than
three to four times the thickness of the seeds. Press soil lightly and keep it
moist but not soaked. Place your box in a shady protected place until seeds start
to sprout and then gradually get the young seedlings accustomed to the outside
temperature and the sun by moving your boxes. When the young plants
have reached proper sizes they should be transplanted to permanent location.
Many failures are caused by the seedlings damping off, a condition brought
about hy overwatering or excessive rains. Up to recently we were rather help¬
less against this disease, but science has now developed a splendid remedy in
“Semesan.” By treating your soil or seeds, or both, with Semesan you can
practically eliminate that danger. Always keep a small can of Semesan on hand.
It is inexpensive and effective. For prices see page 11 of this catalog.
To assist in spreading practical information about growing of flowers through¬
out the South, we have prepared a brief bulletin giving careful and dependable
suggestions as to planting and cultivation of a flower garden. It is yours for
asking.
A£eratum _ (Floss Flower) — Hardy annual of bushy growth with woolly
■ ° — flowers in white and blue shades.
Culture: The fine seed should preferably be sown in boxes during early spring.
Transplant 8 to 10 inches apart when the young plants are about 2 inches high.
Imperial Dwarf No. 1108 — Clear blue flowers. Pkt., 10c; Li oz., 30c.
Mixed Colors No. 1114 — White and blue. Pkt., 10c; Li oz., 30c.
Alvssiltn _ .(Mad Wort) — Popular annual with flowers i
^ ively used for beds, borders and rock-work.
in clusters. Extens-
Culture: Sow from January to May, preferably in boxes or seed beds. Cover
lightly and transplant 4 to 5 inches apart when large enough to handle. A sunny
location is best.
Maritimum (Sweet Alyssum) No. 1120 — Trailing habit. Used for planting in
porch boxes and hanging baskets. Pkt., 5c; Li oz., 20c; oz., 35c.
Little Gem No. 1123 — A dwarf compact grower, not over 6 inches high, thickly
covered with blossoms. No doubt our most popular border plant. See illustration.
Pkt., 10c; Li oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Lilac Queen No. 1125 — The flowers are of a beautiful deep lavender color. Pkt.,
10c; Li oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Procumbens — (Carpet of Snow) No. 1126 — The plants grow only about 4 inches
high but cover the ground like a carpet. Measure up to lpi feet in diameter. Fine
for stone hills. Pkt., 10c; Li oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Alyssum Little Gem
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REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans seeds for the south
Aster, Queen of the Market
Amaranthus — s,tately a?nua,ls. growing
■■ . - — about 4 feet high with
brilliant foliage and curious racemes of flowers.
Culture: Sow from January to May according
to latitude. Thin out or transplant to 2 feet
apart. Prefer sunny location.
Caudatus (Love Lies Bleeding) No. 1138 —
Hanging crimson flowers and yellowish green foli¬
age. Pkt., 5c; yi oz., 20c.
Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat) No. 1140 — Brilliant
foliage in bronze, scarlet, green and yellow colors.
Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 25c.
Sunrise No. 1141— -The most decorative of the
Amaranthus with striking bronze and crimson
leaves. Exquisite for massing in large beds.
Pkt., 15c.
Salicifolia (Fountain Plant) Ne. 1142 — Very
with long narrow drooping foliage of
and scarlet colors. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 30c.
Anti£onOn - (Mountain Rose) No. 1145
- & — Lovely vine with fresh
green foliage and long racemes of pea shaped rose
colored flowers. Blooms in September, October.
Fine for covering porches. See Illustration.
Culture: Start seeds early indoors in pots.
Transplant to permanent place when weather is
warm and settled. Pkt., 10c; )4 oz., 30c;}4 oz., 50c.
Arctotis
Antirrhinum _ (Snapdragon) — A very popular garden favorite. The
_ large flower spikes with their curiously shaped and
brilliant colored blooms are raised freely over the foliage. Splendid for massed
beds and borders and fine for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds from January to April according to latitude, in indoor
boxes or protected seed beds. Transplant when about 3 inches high to per¬
manent location about 1 foot apart.
Tall Large Flowering
Crimson King No. 1148 — Splendid large rich crimson. Pkt., 10c.
Defiance No. 1149 — Fine large orange scarlet. Pkt., 10c.
Geneva Pink No. 1150— Delightful bright rose pink. Pkt., 20c.
Golden King No. 1152 — Improved giant yellow. Pkt., 10c.
Mont Rose No. 1154 — Magnificent new deep rose. Pkt., 20c.
Rose Queen No. 1155 — A lovely delicate shade of pink. Pkt., 10c.
Salmon Pink No. 1156 — Extra large fine salmon pink. Pkt., 10c.
Queen Victoria No. 1158 — Superb large pure white. Pkt., 10c.
Finest Mixed No. 1160 — See illustration. Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 30c.
ArCtOtiS _ (African Daisy) No. 1175 — Bushy plants about V/i feet high
_ producing daisy like flowers borne on long slender stems. The
petals are pure white on the upper surface and pale lilac on the reverse. The
center is a grayish blue. Splendid for cut and will last a long time in vases.
See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seeds from February to May according to latitude in pro¬
tected seed beds or boxes for later transplanting. Prefer a sunny location.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c.
Asparagus
Popular evergreen for pots, suspended baskets and
window boxes.
Culture: Sow the seeds about inch deep in boxes or pots filled with a light
sandy soil. Keep moist. Transplant to permanent location when large enough
to handle. May be grown in open ground in the extreme South.
Plumosus No. 1185 — Also known as the “Lace Fern.” Very graceful plants
with thread like foliage of a fresh green color. It makes a fine pot plant for in¬
door decoration and the sprays are used extensively by the florists in their work.
For best results grow partially shaded. Pkt., 20c.
Dwarf Finest Mixed No. 1165 — Their short and sturdy growth make them
admirably adapted for bedding.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c.
Sprengeri (Emerald Feather) No. 1190 — With its bright green and loose
tendrils, this variety lends itself admirably for planting in porch and window
boxes between bright colored flowers. Pkt., 10c; oz., 60c.
Antirrhinum
Asters _ -S° widely known that a description is
- unnecessary. It is one of our finest cut
flowers besides being a splendid bedding plant.
Culture: Start the seed early indoors in boxes.
Cover lightly and transplant to the open when danger
of frost is over.
Queen of the Market — Early Aster with medium
size compact flowers. Fine variety for the South.
White No. 1195, Pink No. 1198, Scarlet No. 1200,
Blue No. 1202. Pkt., 10c; 1 pkt. of each color, 35c.
Mixed Colors No. 1205 — See illustration. Pkt.,
10c; yi oz., 40c.
Giant of California — A magnificent giant flowered
Aster of recent introduction with broad loosely
arranged petals. The flowers are carried on long
stems. It is truly an aristocrat among Asters.
White No. 1210, Deep Rose No. 1212, Light Blue
No. 1215, Dark Purple No. 1218. Pkt., 20c; 1 pkt. of
each color, 70c.
Mixed Colors No. 1222 — Pkt., 15c; }/% oz., 40c.
Balloon Vine— ^ve.1,n a Puff? No- 123°
~ ' — Rapid growing annual
climber with white flowers followed by seed vessels
that resemble miniature balloons. Splendid for
porches and screens.
Culture: Start seed in open seed beds from Feb¬
ruary to May. Transplant young plants to permanent
location when large enough to handle. Prefer light
soil and warm location. Pkt., 10c; l/i OZ., 2%,
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SPRING
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Calendula
Orange
King
Balsam Apple - ^o 1238-Curious looking climber with yellow flowers
_ £1 - followed by golden yellow, round apple-shaped fruits which
open when ripe showing blood-red inside.
Culture: Sow the seed in open seed beds from February to May, for later transplanting.
Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 35c.
Balsam Double _ (Lady Slipper) — A favorite garden flower especially attrac-
_ _ tive when massed in groups or borders. They grow into
bushes about 2 feet high with a mass of waxy-tinted, double flowers in many beautiful
colors and shades.
Culture: Sow the seed thinly in open ground from February to June. Thin out to
about 1 foot apart. Prefer sunny location and require plenty of water.
Mixed Colors No. 1245 — A very fine mixture with flowers resembling Camelias. Pkt.,
10c; Y oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Separate Colors: White No. 1246, Rose No. 1247, Scarlet No. 1248, Purple No. 1249,
Yellow No. 1250. Each per pkt., 10c; Y oz-> 45c.
Browallia _ (Elata) No. 1252 — Lovely small bushy annuals growing about 1 Yt
, feet high covered with bright blue and white flowers. Fine for
borders and beds.
Culture: Sow the seeds preferably in indoor boxes from February to April according to
latitude and transplant 8 to 10 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; ^4 oz., 25c.
Calendula— (Pot Marigold) — Very popular free flowering bushy annuals about
__ 15 inches high. They produce large showy double flowers in
yellow and orange shades and are well adapted for massing in beds and borders. Also
fine for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds thinly in open ground as soon as danger of frost is over, to a
depth of about Y inch and thin out to 8 to 10 inches apart.
Orange King No. 1253 — Splendid variety for the amateur with very large flowers of a
showy bright orange color. See illustration. Pkt., 5c; Y* oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Lemon Queen No. 1255 — The color is a clear lemon-yellow. Very attractive. Pkt.,
5c; Y* oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Balls Orange No. 1257 — A distinct variety with exceptionally large flowers of a rich
golden orange with lighter center. The flowers are borne on extra long stems which
makes this Calendula especially valuable for cut. Pkt., 15c; Yt oz., 65c; oz., $1.25.
Balls Gold No. 1258 — Similar to the Orange except the color which is an exquisite dark
golden yellow. Pkt., 15c; Yz oz., 65c; oz., $1.25.
Canary Bird Flower - No. 1275— Graceful annual
— — climber entirely covered with
beautiful, small, canary-colored flowers resembling a bird with half
expanded wings. Delight in a partly shaded location. Attractive
for covering trellis or making pyramids on the lawn.
Culture: Plant the seed about Yz inch deep and 4 to 5 inches
apart in the open ground from February to May. Pkt., 10c; Yt oz.
25c; oz., 40c.
Canna _ Crozy Mixed No. 1292— Well known plants through-
- out the South. Easily raised from seed. Especially
valuable for groups and borders.
Culture: Sow the seed early in boxes or pots. Cover about Y
inch and keep moist. When plants show 3 to 4 leaves, transplant
about \Y feet apart. Before sowing, cut or file through the hard
black skin of the seed until the white flesh shows. Pkt., 10c ;Y oz.,
25c; oz., 40c.
/“"'rill ioosis _ Showy small annuals produc-
- _ _ ing bushy plants about 1 foot
high. They are very profuse bloomers and carry
their single flowers in yellow and brown shades
on thin wiry stems. Make very attractive beds
and borders, also useful for cut.
Culture: Sow seeds about yi inch deep in open
ground from February to May and thin out to 8
inches apart. Prefer a sunny location. Calliop-
sis stand our hot southern summer very well.
Dwarf Mixture No. 1262 — See illustration.
Pkt., 5c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Marmorata No. 1264 — Striking golden yellow
flowers, marbled maroon. Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 20c.
Crimson King No. 1265 — Splendid deep velvet
crimson. Pkt., 10c; Y* oz., 20c.
Candytuft Flesh Pink
Candytuft _ Small annuals bearing a pro-
- fusion of flowers in clusters
in white, red and purple shades. Grow from 8 to
12 inches high and fine for edging or massing.
Culture: Sow the seed about Y inch deep
from February to May according to latitude in the
open ground and thin out to 8 inches apart.
Mixed Colors No. 1286 — Pkt., 5c; Y oz., 20c;
oz., 35c.
Lavender No. 1287 — Fine rosy-lavender color.
Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Flesh Pink No. 1288 — See Illustration. Pkt.,
10c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Hyacinth Flowered White No. 1289 — Best
white Candytuft. See illustration. Pkt., 10c;
Y oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Calliopsis
Canterbury Bells - (Campanula)— Bushy plants about
- — - 2 to 3 feet high. Bears on stately
stems, large bell-shaped flowers in white, rose and blue shades.
Splendid plant for borders.
Culture: Sow seed early indoors in boxes with finelv sifted soil.
Keep moist. When plants are large enough to handle, transplant
\Y feet apart.
Finest Single Mixed No. 1300 — ?«kt„ 10c; Y oz., 20c.
Finest Double Mixed No. 1305 — Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 50c.
Candytuft Hyacinth Flowered
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Celosia Plumosa ( Feathered Cockscomb )
Celosia _ (Cockscomb) — Highly decorative annuals. Cristata or dwarf varieties grow about
...... 1 foot high and produce large cockscomb-like flower heads. The Plumosa or
feathered Cockscombs are stately plants from ly to 3 feet high. The long loose plume-like heads
of flowers come in white, yellow and red shades.
Culture: Sow from January to May. For early planting use indoor boxes. Transplant 1 foot
apart. Do best in a rather poor soil, which produces larger and more uniform heads.
Cristata Nana Mixed No. 1328 — Splendid mixture of dwarf varieties. Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 45c.
Cristata Nana Glasgow Prize No. 1331 — Immense dark crimson combs. Very showy for massing
in beds or borders. Pkt., 10c; Yu oz., 65c.
Globosa No. 1335 — Magnificent showy plants producing but a single stem carrying a very large
globe-shaped head of crimson scarlet color. Very striking for massed beds or borders. Pkt., 25c.
Plumosa (Feathered Cockscomb) No. 1339 — Fine mixture, with waxy-tinted plumes. Splendid
for tall borders and very showy for indoor decoration. See illustration. Pkt., 10c« % oz., 35c.
Coreopsis - No- Upo-Hardy easily grown
_ — - perennials, about 2 feet high,
producing their large bright yellow flowers in great
profusion from early spring until late in fall. Fine
for mixed borders. Also good for cutting, the
flowers lasting long in vases.
Culture: Sow the seeds early in protected seed
beds or boxes and transplant when ready, 10-12
inches apart. Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 20c.
Com _ (Variegated) No. 1395 — A very decora-
- tive corn. It grows about 5 feet high
with the leaves striped bright green, silvery white,
rosy purple and sulphur yellow. Very ornamental
planted in large clumps. To preserve the beauty of
the plants the tassels and ears should be removed.
Culture: Sow the seeds from January to May in
the open about 2 inches deep. Proper distance be¬
tween plants lp2 feet. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; Yu lb., 85c. Chinese Wool Flower j
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Carnation — C ha baud Double Mixed
CjirnHtion _ Well known flowers greatly admired for their delightful fragrance. The
- varieties we offer below are easily raised from seed and well adapted for plant¬
ing in mixed beds and for cut. Carnations do not come altogether true from seeds, a limited percent¬
age of single can be expected. Prefer a rich soil.
Culture: Sow the seeds indoors from January to March, preferably as early as possible, in boxes.
Keep soil moist and when ready transplant about 8 inches apart.
Chabaud Double Mixed No. 1312 — Splendid everblooming carnation with large flowers. It is a
rapid grower and comes into bloom in about five months. See illustration. Pkt., 20c; Y, oz., 75c.
Separate colors: Scarlet No. 1315, White No. 1318, Pink No. 1320. Each per pkt., 20c.
Giant Chabaud Mixture No. 1325 — Improved strain with extra large flowers. Pkt., 25c.
Giant Marguerite Mixed No. 1326 — Popular amateur carnation. Like the Chabaud it is a rapid
grower with large flowers in many colors. Pkt., 15c; Y* oz., 50c.
Chinese Woolflower — A vey dis:
tinct form of
che feathered cockscomb, with large woolly, silky
flower heads. Very decorative. See illustration.
Culture: Same as Celosia.
Pink No. 1341, Crimson No. 1342. Each per
pkt., 15c; >4 oz., 50c.
Cornflower— fBachelors Butt°n) - ^eii
known annual about 2 feet
high. The flowers are borne on long slender stems.
Show to their best advantage when massed.
Culture: Sow seed in the open from January to
April. Thin out to 6 to 8 inches apart.
Double Mixed No. 1350 — Splendid mixture. See
illustration. Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
White No. 1351, Pink No.
1352, Blue No. 1353- Pkt.,
10c; ]/i oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Double Cornflower
Coleus _ No. 1385 — Well known bedding,
■ ■■ grouping and pot plant, with foli¬
age ranging through all shades of green, yellow,
pink, red, white and black.
We advise to pinch the plants back so as to induce
a more bushy growth.
Culture: Sow seed from January to March,
thinly in boxes filled with finely sifted sandy soil.
Cover lightly and keep moist. Transplant when
about 3 inches high setting them out about 10 to
12 inches apart. Cutting the tops of the plants
when young will tend to make them more bushv.
Pkt. 25c.
Chrysanthemum )he v ,a r j e r 1 e s
— listed here are
hardy free flowering annual summer Chrysanthe¬
mums and should not be confused with those grown
by florists. They grow about 1 Y feet high and
produce graceful, brilliant flowers. Fine for beds
and borders.
Culture: Sow seed from February to May in the
open at a depth of about Y inch . Thin out to 8 or 10
inches apart.
Single Mixed No. 1362 — The single daisy-like
flowers come in many striking combinations and
colors. Pkt., 10c; Ys oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Finest Double Mixed No. 1366, Double White
No. 1368, Double Yellow No. 1370. Pkt., 10c;
Yi oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Cobaea Scandens — ffathedrai Beils)
_ _ _ _ No. 1382 — Rapid
growing climber producing an abundance of large
bell-shaped purple flowers. Fine for covering
porches.
Culture: Start seed during January or February
in boxes indoors. Plant on edge and cover about Y
inch. Keep moist. Care should be taken not to
disturb the roots in transplanting. Pkt., 10c.
SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED GO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Cosmos Early Double Crested
Cosmidium - No. 1398 — A dainty little annual resembling the Calliopsis very
- much in growth. It reaches a height of only 1J 4 feet and there¬
fore is especially well adapted for massing in smaller beds or borders. The flowers are of
an attractive golden yellow color. May also be used for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds as soon as danger of frost is over in open ground to a depth of
about y inch and thin out to 6-8 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 25c; y oz., 40c.
CoSniOS _ A common but beautiful annual, producing artistic flowers in white,
— pink, crimson and yellow shades. It grows about 3J4 feet high, have
finely cut foliage of a fresh green color and may be used very effectively as a background
for borders. Excellent for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds thinly from February to May, according to latitude, in open
ground about y inch deep. Thin out to 1 foot apart. When 1 foot high, pinch off tops
to induce a bushy growth.
Klondyke No. 1403 — Fine deep golden yellow. Pkt., 10c; y oz., 40c.
Lady Lenox No. 1406 — Gigantic deep pink. Pkt., 10c; y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Reuter's Early Mammoth Flowered:
White No. 1408, Pink N@. 1410, Crimson No. 1412, Mixed Colors No. 1415. Each per
pkt., 10c; yi oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Early Flowered Double Crested : This new type of Cosmos is becoming very popular
and the strain has been greatly improved during the past few years, so we can safely recom¬
mend it. The flowers are large and has an outer row of broad petals similar to the single
Cosmos, but the center is perfectly double and crested. Very pretty and ornamental.
Come 65 to 70 per cent true from seed. See illustration.
Carnelia No. 1418 — Crimson, Peach Blossom No. 1420 — Pink, Whirlwind No. 1422 —
White, Mixed Colors No. 1424 — Mixture of all three colors. Each per pkt., 20c.
Cvno£lOSSUm - .(Amabile) No. 1430 — Also called the “Chinese Forget-Me-
_ 2 _ Not." It is a splendid annual forming upright bushes about
\]/2 feet high. They produce an abundance of small single flowers, which both in color
and shape remind very much of the Forget-Me-Not. They are splendid for cut and show
up well planted in mixed borders.
Culture: Sow the seeds preferable as early as weather permits it in permanent location
and thin out to 8 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; y oz., 30c; y oz., 50c.
Cypress Vin.6 — J-°vely annual vines and very popular in the South.
■ J - — They grow about 20 feet high, have fern-like, dark
green foliage and produce an abundance of small star-shaped flowers in white and
red colors. Their light and delicate growth make them especially fitted for
planting along fences and trellises, but they are also used for covering porches.
Culture: Plant seed during February and March on permanent location two
together about y inch deep and 1 to \y feet apart. Let only best plants
remain. The seeds wfill germinate more readily if soaked in lukewarm water
about three hours before sowing.
Scarlet No. 1436, White No. 1439, Mixed Colors No. 1442. Pkt., 10c; J-4 oz.,
20c; y oz., 35c.
Cardinal Climber No. 1445 — The best of the Cypress Vines with conspicuous
cardinal red flow’ers borne in clusters of six to seven and the individual flowers
measuring about 1 y inches in diameter. Pkt., 20c.
Dahlia _ One of our most popular flowers. It grows into tall sturdy
- bushes and produces very large conspicuous single or double
flowers in many colors. Splendid for cut. Easily grown and will bloom the
first season if sown early.
Note: We list Dahlia Roots on pages 72 and 80.
Culture: Sow seed thinly in boxes or protected seed beds from January to
April. Cover about y inch. Transplant to open when danger of frost is over
about 4 feet apart. Water when necessary.
Single Mixed No. 1452 — Fine mixture of large single flowering varieties.
Pkt., 10c; y oz., 35c.
Double Mixed No. 1455 — Saved from a large number of the finest double
varieties. Pkt., 15c; yi oz., 75c.
Cactus Flowered Mixed No. 1458 — Very attractive type with long narrow
petals often rolled into tubers. Pkt., 20c.
Shasta Daisy Alaska
Double English Daisy — s,malj prennia*s
_ 2 _ — about 6 ins. high.
The dainty small double flowers come in white and rose.
Fine for edging.
Culture : The fine seed should be started during early spring
indoors in boxes. Barely cover. Transplant 6 inches apart.
Double Finest Mixed No. 1462 — A high grade mixture.
See illustration. Pkt., 10c; Fs oz., 40c; Ft oz., 75c.
Giant Flowering — A developed type producing less flowers
but these are of enormous size.
White No. 1465, Rose No. 1467. Each per pkt., 20c; Fs
oz., 60c; y oz., $1.00.
Daisy Shasta — Alaska ,No- 14™~A highly ira;
_ J proved form. The flowers are of
largest size, measuring 5 inches across, with broad over¬
lapping petals. They are borne on long stems and are excel¬
lent for cut, lasting from eight to ten days in water. Fine
for planting in mixed borders or beds. See illustration.
Culture: Seed may be started in boxes in January or
February or later in open ground. Transplant or thin out to
1 y feet apart. Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c.
Dplntlinilim _ Reuter's Hvbrids Mixed No. 1475
_Statelv p[ants Their large flower
spikes, that are raised freely over the decorative foliage,
often reach a length of 2 feet or more. Fine for borders.
In some sections of the South, Delphiniums are not success¬
fully grown.
Culture: Start seed early in hotbeds or indoor boxes.
Transplant when 2 to 3 inches high. Pkt., 15c; Ft oz., 65c.
Double English Daisy
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Dimorphotheca
Dianthus or Pinks — Magnificent
- showy small
plants growing about 1 foot high. They
produce a mass of graceful fragrant single or
double flowers of velvety texture in a large range
of colors and shades, including some very strik¬
ing and odd designs. They are easily raised and
especially showy when massed in large beds or
borders. Also useful for cut. Delight in a
sunny location.
Culture: Start seeds from January to March
in indoor boxes or in protected seed beds, or
after last frost in open ground. Transplant 6 to 8
inches apart.
Chinensis (Double Chinese Pinks) No. 1480 —
Splendid mixture of double varieties. Pkt.,
10c; Yi oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Heddewigi (Single Japanese Pinks) No. 1484
— A superb mixture of single flowering pinks.
See illustration. Pkt., 10c; y2 oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Double Japanese Pinks:
Fireball No. 1488 — Rich blood red.
Salmon King No. 1490 — Salmon-rose.
Snowball No. 1493 — Pure white.
Each per pkt., 10c; oz., 50c.
Plumarius Mixed Colors No. 1495 — Com¬
monly known as “Grass Pink." A hardy ever-
blooming pink with sweet scented single fringed
flowers in many fine colors. Fine for cut. Pkt.,
20c; l/$ O'.., 60c
Forget-Me-Not
Dimorphotheca - New Hybrid Mixture
- — - No. 1498 — A very
showy little annual from South Africa, commonly
known in this country as African Daisy. It grows
about 1 foot high with cut foliage resembling some¬
what that of the Dandelion and the single daisy-like
flowers vary in colors from the purest white through
all shades of yellow and orange to deep salmon all
with striking black center. Well fitted for bordering
tall growing annuals and for planting in mixed
borders. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seed from February to May in
open ground about one-half inch deep and thin out to
8 inches apart. Prefer sunny location. Pkt., 10c;
y oz., 45c.
Eschscholtzia
„(C a 1 i f o r n i a Poppy) —
Striking small annuals.
about 1 foot high, with finely cut bluish foliage and
single bell-shaped flowers in a large range of showy
colors. They are splendid for massing in beds and
borders. Prefer sunny location.
Culture: Eschscholtzia do not transplant well so
the seeds should be sown from January to March in
permanent place about y inch deep, and thinned out
to 8 to 10 inches apart. Grows well in poor soil.
Hybrids Mixed No. 1505 — Superb large flowered
mixture of yellow, orange, pink, scarlet, chrome,
copper red, claret and royal purple colors. Pkt., 15c;
y oz., 45c; oz., 75c.
Aurantiaca No. 1508 — Rich orange color. The true
California Poppy. Pkt., 10c; y oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Dianthus Heddiwigi
_(Myosotis) No.
1516— P o p u 1 a r
Forget-Me-Not
hardy biennials growing into bushes about 1
foot high. The variety we offer here produce
lovely small single flowers placed in clusters and
is excellent for planting in shady beds and
borders. Splendid for cut. See Illustration.
Culture: Start the seeds preferably during
January and February in indoor boxes or in pro¬
tected seed beds filled with a well prepared finely
worked soil. Transplant when ready setting
them about 10 inches apart. Pkt. , 10c ; oz. , 60c.
-(Mirabilis Jalapa)
No. 1522 — Common
rapid growing annual about 2 feet high with
single round flowers in many colors. They open
in cloudy weather and late in the evening and
close again in the morning.
Culture : Sow the seed in the open from January
to May about 1 inch deep. Proper distance be¬
tween plants is about 1 y feet. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c.
Four O’Clock
Gaillardia Double
Gaillardia - (Blanket Flower) — Very showy
- plants with large brilliant single
or double flowers borne on long strong stems. They
come in various shades of yellow, orange and red and
are especially well fitted for planting in clumps in
mixed borders. The lasting quality and long stems
of the flowers make them admirably adapted for cut.
The single flowering offered here is perennial; the
double flowering, annual.
Culture: Seed should preferably be sown early in
protected seed beds or boxes. Cover about y inch.
When the young plants are large enough to handle
transplant to permanent place about I foot apart.
Do well in poor soil.
Giant Flowering Single Mixed No. 153(T-Pkt-, 10e;
y$ oz., 20c. ,
Double Mixed No- 1533 — See illustration. P-kt.,
10c; y oz., 20c.
Portola Hybrids No. 1535 — A superb new Strain
of Gaillardias of special strong and vigorous growth-
The plants reach a height of about iy feet. The
mammoth size single flowers are of heaviest texture
borne on extra strong stems and range in colors
through all shades of bronzy red with petals tipped
gold. Exceptionally showy for mixed borders and a
cut flower par excellence. Pkt., 25c.
No. 2142 REUTER’S
Early Sweet Pea Collection
10 Packets for $1.00, postpaid. Enough seed to plant
a 30 foot row.
A lovely collection of Sweet Peas of the early, quick
growing type. The best for late planting, blooming
four to five weeks earlier than the ordinary late flowering.
1 pkt.. Aviator, dazzling crimson scarlet.
1 pkt., Columbia, rose pink with white wings.
1 pkt., Harmony, lovely clear lavender.
1 pkt., Meadow Lark, fine cream colored.
1 pkt., Mrs. Kerr, splendid salmon.
1 pkt., Snowstorm, best pure white.
1 pkt., Superior Pink, rose pink shaded salmon.
1 pkt., Vulcan, vivid scarlet, does not burn.
1 pkt.. Blue Bird, fine shade of blue.
1 pkt., Zvolanek's Rose, giant rose pink.
Free with every collection a copy of our booklet “The
best way to Grow Sweet Peas in the South."
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Heliotrope
CJprfmilim _ (Zonale) Mixed Colors No.
1538— Well known old fash¬
ioned plants still in great favor. They form
bushes which in this latitude reach a height of
about 2 feet. The leaves are round, fleshy and
sticky and the single flowers come in large clusters.
The colors range from pure white through all
shades of red to deep scarlet. They are very showy
massed in beds ana make excellent pot plants.
Also attractive if used in window boxes between
other plants.
Culture: Sow early in indoor boxes. Trans¬
plant when large enough to handle to permanent
place. An ordinary stiff garden soil is the best for
Geraniums. Too much manure has a tendency to
develop fine large plants but no flowers. Pkt.,
15c; 34 oz., 65c.
Cilia -Capitata — No- 1540— Easily
- - - - - .. ... raised graceful an¬
nuals about 2 feet high with feathery foliage and
ball shaped heads of flowers of a lovely lavender
color. They are useful for planting in beds and
borders. Also attractive for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds from February to May
according to latitude in open ground about J4 inch
deep and thin out to 8 to 10 inches apart. Pkt.,
10c; 34 oz., 20c; oz., 35c.
Gypsophila
Globe Amaranth— CGomPhre™) no. 1545-Au everlasting
- flower growing about 2 feet high, of bushy
growth with small clover like flower heads in white, pink and red colors. They
are very good for massing in beds and borders. The flowers if wanted for winter
bouquets should be cut before fully open and dried head down for a month or so.
See illustration.
Culture: Sow from February to May in open ground. Cover about I/3 inch
and thin out to 10 to 12 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 25c.
Godetia - .Gladiolus Flowered No. 1560 — Delightful hardy annuals form-
- ing upright bushes about 2 feet high. They produce their
lovely double pink flowers along the tall wiry stems in a manner similar to the
Gladiolus. Splendid for planting large beds or borders and for cut.
Culture: Sow seeds as early as weather permits in permanent place about 34
inch deep and thin out to 10 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 35c.
GOlirds - (Cucurbita) — Interesting annual climbers extensively grown for
- their curiously shaped and odd colored fruits which may be used
for ornament in the home and other purposes. Fine for covering fences and low
trellises.
Culture: Sow seed after last frost in the open about 34 inch deep.
Dish Cloth No. 1572 — The inside may be used as a sponge.
Sugar Trough No. 1575 — Very large fruits.
Hercules’ Club No. 1578 — Green fruits measuring up to 4 feet long. They are
sweet and may be eaten like squash.
Mixed Varieties No. 1582 — Each per
pkt., 5c; 34 oz., 15c; oz., 25c.
Cvnsoohila _ (Baby's Breath) — Well known annual about 134 feet high
r _ with small flowers in white and rose colors borne on
feathery stems. They are fine for planting in mixed borders. Also very attrac¬
tive cut and arranged in bouquets with other flowers. See illustration.
Culture: Sow from January to April according to latitude in open ground
about 34 inch deep. Thin out to 8 inches apart.
White No. 1587, Pink No. 1590. Each per pkt., 5c; 34 oz., 15c; oz., 25c.
TTa1ir>Virvcnm _ (Straw Flower) No. 1598 — Hardy everlasting annual
n.c H- y about 234 feet high with large, double straw-like
flowers in white, yellow, red, violet, and brown colors. Attractive in beds and
borders. If intended for winter decoration the flowers should be cut before fully
open and dried in a cool airy place. See illustration.
Culture: Sow seed thinly in open ground after last frost about 34 inch deep.
Thin to 1 foot apart. Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 40c.
TTAlirktrnnp— Mixed Colors No. 1605 — An old time favorite grown for
n.C VJ F jts iarge clusters of delightful, fragrant flowers. The
mixture offered here is a fine blend of lavender, blue and purple shades. They are
easily raised, reach a height of about 134 feet, and find especial use for planting in
mixed borders or for massing in beds. Also good for growing in pots and for
cut. See illustration.
Culture: We recommend to start the seed from January to March in indoor
boxes. Cover lightly. When ready transplant to permanent place setting them
one foot apart. Delight in a sunny location. Pkt., 15c; 34 oz., 50c.
_Tall majestic plants reaching a
height of 5 to 6 feet with heart-
Helichrysum
Hollyhock
shaped fringed leaves and large conspicuous single or
double rose-like flowers covering the upper part of the
straight strong stems. They come in many soft and
brilliant colors. Show up to best advantage if planted
up against a house, fence or like.
Culture : Start the seeds early in hotbeds or in indoor
boxes and transplant to permanent location when three to
four leaves show. Prefer a moist location.
White No. 1615, Pink No. 1618, Maroon No. 1621,
Scarlet No. 1624, Yellow No. 1627. Each per pkt., 10c.
No. 1628 — 1 pkt. of each color for 40c.
Finest Double Mixed No. 1630 — An excellent mixture.
Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 40c; 34 oz., 75c.
Single Mixed Colors No. 1635— A very fine mixture of
single Hollyhocks in many pleasing shades. Preferred
by many as more free-flowering. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 35c.
.(Japanese Hop) No .
1640 — Ornamental
rapid growing annual climbers with divided leaves of a
bright green color beautifully mottled and blotched
silvery white. They are very attractive for planting
along fences or low trellises, and are never injured by
insects or heat.
Culture: Start the seeds either, early indoors in boxes
covering about 34 inch or in the open ground after danger
of frost is over and -transplant or thin out to about 134
feet apart. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 2Qc; 34 oz., 35c.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
Hyacinth or Jack Beans— ^Do‘ichos>-RaPid, «rowing annLual cli'ri^rs
_ _ _ ■■ with attractive foliage and hyacinth-like
clusters of bean-shaped flowers in white and purple colors. They are fine for porches where
they will form a dense shade.
Culture: Plant the seeds from February to May in open ground 2 and 2 together and about
Y inch deep. Proper distance between each planting 1 foot. Let only the best plants
remain.
White No. 1650; Purple No. 1652; Mixed Colors No. 1655- Each per pkt., 5c;Yt oz., 10c;
oz., 20c; Yu lb., 50c.
Bush Hyacinth Bean — White No. 1656 — A grand novelty in these flowers destined to be¬
come exceedingly popular. It produces bushy plants about 2 feet high with the flower
spikes raising freely above the foliage. It will make very attractive beds and borders and
the flower spikes may be used for indoor decoration with good effect. See illustration.
Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Kenilworth Ivv _ -No. 1^60 — Trailing perennial with pretty foliage and small
_ — lilac flowers. Fine for hanging baskets, pots and porch boxes.
Culture: Sow early indoors in boxes. Keep soil moist and transplant to pots or boxes,
or in the open after last frost. Prefer shady location. Pkt., 15c.
Kochia _ (Mexican Fire or Burning Bush) No. 1665 — Easily grown annuals forming
— — cypress-like plants of perfect symmetrical form. The thread-like foliage is
of a bright green color but changes in the fall to a striking crimson, hence the nickname.
May be used as solitaire plants or in groups or borders.
Culture: Sow seeds thinly about Y\ inch deep from February to April in open ground.
Proper distance between plants \Y to 2 feet. Pkt., 5c; Y oz., 20c; oz., 35c.
Handsome
Produce an
abundance of shiny waxy looking flowers of a brilliant scarlet color. Make fine pot plants
but may also be used outside in half shady locations.
Culture: Sow the seeds in indoor boxes from February to April and transplant carefully
when large enough to handle. Proper distance between plants 1 foot. Pkt., 25c.
Larksour _ We are devotinfl a whole page
^ to these glorious annuals and you
will find our general assortment illustrated in natural
colors on page 73. We have a few valu¬
able new introductions to offer you on
page 69.
Impatiens Sultani — No1116k67rAls10 called Sul*“’g Baisa“-
r - small bushy plants about \Y feet high.
.Hardy free flowering an¬
nuals about 2 feet high.
Lupins -
They produce tall graceful spikes of pea
shaped flowers. Well adapted for massing
in beds and borders. Also very popular
for cut. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seeds from January to middle
of March in this latitude. Lupins do not stand
transplanting well so the seeds should be sown in
permanent location Y inch deep and thinned out
to 1 foot apart.
White No. 1690; Rose No. 1692; Sky Blue
No. 1694; Mixed Colors No. 1695- Each per pkt.,
10c; Y oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Yellow No. 1696 — Desirable variety with
sulphur yellow flowers. Pkt., 15c; Y oz., 50c.
Lathyrus
lM'rijQUg _ (Mallow Wort) Mixed Colors No. 1698 —
' Showy annual about 2 feet high and covered
with large cup shaped white, pink and crimson flowers.
Splendid for mixed borders and cut.
Culture: Sow seeds from February to May according to
latitude and thin out to 1 foot apart. Pkt., 10c; Y oz., 25c;
oz., 40c.
Lupins
Marigold — African
Marigold— Wel1 known hardy annual with ball-
° shaped flowers. We offer the African
and French varieties. The former grow about 3 feet high
and have the larger flowers appearing in yellow and orange
shades. The latter are of more bushy growth with striped
flowers in yellow and brown shades.
Culture: Sow thinly from January to May in open ground.
Cover about Yz inch and thin out to 6 to 12 inches apart,
according to variety.
African Lemon No. 1702; African Orange No. 1705- Each
per pkt., 10c; Yt oz., 65c.
African Mixed No. 1708 — See illustration. Pkt., 10c;
Y oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
French Dwarf Mixed No. 1710 — Pkt., 5c; Y oz., 30c;
oz., 50c.
French Dwarf Pallida — No. 1712 — Superb dwarf compact
growing variety with double pale sulphur yellow flowers.
Very showy. Pkt., 10c; Y, °Z-, 30c; Y oz., 50c.
FrenchTall Mixed No. 1715 — Pkt., 5c; J^oz., 30c;oz., 50c.
Bush Hyacinth Bean
Lathvrus - -(Perennial Sweet Peas)
- —These showy Peas
produce their flowers in large clusters on
long stiff stems. Although lacking fra¬
grance they are such profuse bloomers that
they are well worth a place in any garden.
Very decorative for planting along high
fences and fine for cut. See illustration.
White Pearl No. 1684 — Pearl white.
Pink No. 1685 — Rose pink. Red No. 1686
— Reddish purple. Each per pkt., 15c.
Mixed Colors No. 1687 — Mixture of
above colors. Pkt., 15c; oz., 65c.
Lobelia _ -Crystal Palace No. 1688
. —Small annuals of com¬
pact growth with dark colored leaves and
deep blue flowers.
Culture : Sow seed early in indoor boxes
with finely prepared soil. Barely cover
and keep soil moist. When about 2 inches
high, transplant about 6 inches apart.
Pkt., 10c.
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^\^X.TiC2LT12L _ • (Double White Feverfew) No. 1718 — The plants form straight upright bushes
_ about 2 feet high and are literally covered with small white flowers. They
show up well when massed in beds or borders. Good for cutting.
Culture: Start seed indoors in boxes during January, February and March and transplant to perma¬
nent place 8 inches apart. Pkt., 10c; *4 oz., 25c.
A/J jdrionCttG _ -(Machet) No. 1723 — Well known old-fashioned sweet scented annuals, grow-
_ ° ing into compact bushes about 1 foot high with small reddish flowers placed in
hyacinth-shaped clusters. They are fine for planting in mixed borders and beds, besides being excellent
for cut. Will last from 6 to 8 days in water.
Culture: Sow seeds from January to April in open ground and to a depth of about inch. Trans¬
plant or thinout to 1 foot apart. Like a good rich soil and sunny location. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Moonflower _ Popular, rapid growing annual climber for porches and trellises. The large,
. trumpet-shaped flowers, measuring from 4 to 5 inches in diameter, open only at
night or during cloudy weather.
Culture: Start seed early indoors in pots or boxes for transplanting when danger of frost is over.
Cut or file through the outer shell before sowing. Require plenty of water.
Bona Nox No. 1732 — Violet blue flowers. Pkt., 10c; x/2 oz., 20c; oz., 35c.
Grandiflora No. 1735 — The true white variety. See illustration. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Morning Glory — ■fast growing annual
■ climbers with large
trumpet-shaped flowers in many beautiful colors.
Close at night and during rains. Fine for covering
porches, trellises, etc. See illustration.
Culture: Sow from January to Mav in open
ground about inch deep. Proper distance between
plants 1 to feet. Prefer sunny location.
Heavenly Blue No. 1740 — An exquisite Morning
Glory with enormous sky blue flowers shaded white
in throat. The best blue. Pkt., 15c.
New Japanese Mixture No. 1743 — We import this
variety ourselves from Japan. It is a highly im¬
proved type producing gigantic flowers, which under
proper culture often reach 5 inches or more in dia¬
meter. The color range is exceptionally large and
includes many lovely combinations. Truly a
splendid mixture. Pkt., 10c; Yz oz., 35c; oz., 50c.
Double Japanese Mixed No. 1745 — A recent intro¬
duction producing large double flowers in many
fancy colors. Pkt., 10c; K oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Morning Glory — Japanese
Nig6ll3 _ .(Love in a Mist) No. 1775 — At-
- ° tractive annual growing about 2
feet high with fresh green, finely cut foliage and
bright blue flowers surrounded by mossv fibers.
Good for mixed borders and for cut.
Culture: Sow seed from January to March in
open ground and thin out to 6 inches apart. Pkt. ,
10c; p2 oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
.Few flowers rival the Pansy as a
garden favorite. With their low,
compact growth and large conspicuous flowers,
they are ideal bedding plants. They may also be
grown in pots and the flowers, when cut and
placed in low bowls with water, are very decora¬
tive.
Pansy
White Moonflower
Nasturtium _ The' Nasturtiums can truly be called
_____ the flowers of our Grandmothers.
Their popularity today is as great as ever and we believe their
easy culture combined with their great profusion of large
brilliant colored flowers will always entitle them to a promi¬
nent place among our annuals.
The Dwarf varieties from compact bushes about 1 foot high
and are liberally covered with blooms. They are fine for
massing in beds and borders or may be used for edging taller
growing annuals.
The Tall Mixture offered here is a climber and very suitable
for covering low trellises and fences or for planting in window
and porch boxes. See illustration.
Culture: Sow seed thinly after last frost about 1 inch deep.
Thin out about 8 to 10 inches apart. Do best in a rather
poor sandy soil.
Dwarf Crystal Palace Gem No. 1750 — Sunflower yellow
heavily spotted carmine.
Salmon Queen No. 1752 — Attractive salmon rose.
King of Tom Thumb No. 1756 — Dark leaved variety with
deep scarlet flowers. Very showy.
Pearl No. 1757 — Creamy white. Very odd color.
Queen of Tom Thumb Mixed No. 1758 — A distinct mixture
with beautiful variegated foliage.
Prices on above: Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; lb-. 60c.
Dwarf Mixed No. 1760 — A splendid well balanced mix¬
ture of all the choicest varieties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ]4 lb.,
50c; lb., $1.50.
Tall Mixed No. 1765— Mixture of Giant California vari-
ties. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ]4 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50.
Nasturtium
Pansy Giant French
Culture: Sow seed early in protected seed beds or boxes.
Cover lightly and transplant when ready setting them about
5 inches apart.
English Mixed No. 1785 — Mixture of best English vari¬
eties. Pkt., 10c; ]4 oz., 50c.
Giant French Mixed No. 1788— A splendid rich colored
mixture of this robust and hardy strain. The best for mass¬
ing. See illustration. Pkt., 15c; JJ' oz., 60c.
Giant Parisian Mixture No. 1790— An improved strain of
the French in large, blotched flowers of fine keeping quality.
Pkt., 15c; y oz., 75c.
Reuter's Peerless Mixed No. 1795 — A magnificent mixture
with flowers of enormous size and in wonderful warm and
soft colors and shades. If you are a lover of fine Pansies,try
this splendid mixture. Pkt., 25c; oz., $1.50.
Pansies in separate colors : For smaller beds or patches
pansies massed in solid colors are very effective. Pure White
No. 1798; Red No. 1800; Yellow No. 1803; Blue No. 1806;
Purple No. 1813. Each per pkt., 15c; 1 pkt of each color 65c.
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Reuter’s Exquisite Petunias
_ In spite of their delicate appearance Petunias are very hardy and
remain unaffected by heat or drought. For massing in beds or
borders the old fashioned Petunias with their bushy growth and wealth of flowers are
preferable while the new giant-flowered and double varieties are excellent for planting
in porch and window boxes. Make also very desirable pot plants.
Culture: The seeds may be sown from January to May in the latitude of New
Orleans. We recommend, especially for the expensive giant-flowered varieties, that
the seeds be started in protected seed beds or boxes. The less expensive varieties are
frequently sown broadcast in the beds or borders they are to occupy. This is naturally
the easiest way but there is a risk of having the seeds washed away by heavy rains
making replanting necessary.
SINGLE BEDDING PETUNIAS
Reuter’s Superb Mixture No. 1820 — A grand mixture of medium sized flowers made
up with the greatest care. Special attention is given to the color effect and all shades of
white, pink, crimson, blue and deep purple as well as many beautiful combination.:
are found herein. Fine for mixed beds and hanging baskets. Pkt., 10c; ]/\ oz., 40c;
J4 oz., 70c; oz., $1.25.
Howard's Star No. 1828 — The color is a crimson maroon with a finely rayed star of
blush pink. Selected strain. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 40c.
Kermesina No. 1830— The color is a deep crimson. Very free-flowering and fine
for large massed beds. Pkt., 10c; 24 oz., 45c.
Rose of Heaven No. 1831 — A dwarf compact growing variety especially adapted for
bedding purposes. The flowers are of a brilliant rose color. Pkt., 10c; 24 oz., 40c.
Rosy Morn No. 1832 — Of all Petunias this is the most extensively used for bedding
purposes. Their short and bushy growth make them admirably adapted for massing.
They are profuse bloomers with flowers of a soft carmine pink turning to white in the
throat. Pkt., 10c; 24 oz., 40c.
Silvery Blue No. 1832 — A fine new variety of compact growth with delicate silvery
blue flowers. Pkt., 20c; 34 oz > 65c.
Snowball No. 1833 — A fine compact grower producing satiny-white flowers. Fine
for massing or for bordering. Pkt., 10c; 34 oz > 40c.
Violacea No. 1834 — A beautiful deep violet blue Petunia. Dwarf compact grovyer.
Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 40c.
Petunia — Theodosia
SINGLE GIANT FLOWERED PETUNIAS
Giant of California Mixed Colors No. 1822 — A special strain of this popular
Giant flowered Petunia. The flowers measure up to six inches across and come
in many lovely shades and markings generally beautifully veined. Not quite
such profuse bloomers as their smaller flowering sisters, but the enormous size
of the flowers more than outweigh this disadvantage. Pkt., 25c.
Dwarf Giant of California Mixed Colors No. 1823 — ■ A new dwarf growing
type of this popular Petunia especially well fitted for pot culture and for bedding.
Pkt., 25c.
Copper Red No. 1825 — A superb Petunia with giant open flowers. The color
is a striking deep copper red with lovely tigered throat. Pkt., 35c.
Reuter’s Giant Flowering Violet (Balcony Queen) No. 1835 — The
true famous German "Rathaus Petunia.’’ The large flowers are of a
deep violet color and measure about 5 inches across. Extra fine for
porch and window boxes as well as for hanging baskets. Pkt., 25c.
Fluffy Ruffles Choice Mixture No. 1824 — The Fluffy Ruffles Petunias represent
no doubt the finest single flowering Petunias of today. They are strong, robust
growers and the immense flowers are beautifully ruffled. The edges of the petals
are finely fringed giving the flowers a light and delicate appearance. A fine
blend of pleasing shades. Pkt., 35c.
Brilliant Rose No. 1826 — Large fringed flowers of a showy brilliant rose color.
Pkt., 25c.
Pink Triumph No. 1827 — Splendid clear bright pink, fringed. Pkt., 25c.
Thedosia No. 1836 — A magnificent new Petunia producing enormous single
ruffled flowers of an exquisite rose pink color with golden yellow veined center.
It is no doubt the finest pink Petunia of today and due to become
very popular. Make fine pot plants and show up extremely well
planted in window or porch boxes. See illustration. Pkt., 35c.
REUTER’S DOUBLE PETUNIAS
Petunia — Carnation Flowered
Carnation Flowered: This new type of double Petunias are easily
raised and produce a high percentage of double flowers. It cannot be
classified as a dwarf but rather a medium growing variety and is very
prolific in blooming. The blooms are of medium size and resemble the
Carnation very much in shape, hence the name. It is excellent for
massing in beds or borders, for planting in window or porch boxes and
for pot culture. See illustration.
Flesh Pink No. 1838 — A lovely pleasing shade of pink. Pkt., 30c.
Deep Rose No. 1839 — A striking deep rose. Pkt., 30c.
Reuter’s Giant Double Mixture No. 1840 — No doubt the most popu¬
lar of all Petunias. Their large flowers are double right to the center
and come in many lovely shades and colors. They are largely used for
pot culture. Our seed comes to us from a famous European specialist
and represents the best procurable. As you may know, however, the best
seed cannot be expected to produce more than about 30.% double flow¬
ers, the balance will be large single flowering. .Take goodxare of your
weaker plants, especially those whose leaves have a yellowish tint, as
they usually produce the finest double flowers. Seeillustration. Pkt. , 35c.
Petunia — Giant Double
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Double Portulaca
p JxJoX _ are and illustrating
_ — _ these popular bedding plants
in natural colors on the back cover of this
catalog.
PODD16S _ Annuals 2 to 3 feet high
- — — with large showy single or
double flowers in many colors. Especially
desirable massed in beds.
Culture: Annual varieties do not stand
transplanting so the seed should be planted
in permanent location from January to April.
Cover lightly and thin out to 8 to 10 inches
apart.
Superb Double Mixed No. 1865 — Splendid
mixture. See illustration. Pkt., 5c; X oz.,
15c; oz., 25c.
Rhoeas Shirley Mixed No. 1872 — Single
poppies in beautiful colors of warm and soft
shades. Pkt., 5c; X oz., 20c; oz., 30c.
Flanders No. 1873 — Single scarlet-red.
The Poppy of the battlefield of Flanders.
Adopted as the official flower of the Ameri¬
can Legion. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 25c; oz., 40c.
Iceland Poppy Mixed No. 1875 — Dwarf
perennial with single flowers in white, yel¬
low and orange colors. Pkt., 10c; X oz.,
40c.
Oriental No. 1878 — Perennial about 3 feet
high with large conspicuous deep crimson
flowers. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 35c.
Poppy-
Superb
Double
Mixed
Platvcodon - .(Balloon Flower) No. 1862 — Decorative perennial about
- _ - . 2 feet high with large bell-shaped flowers of a steel blue
color. Fine for borders and beds. For the best results choose a half shady loca¬
tion and have soil well drained and rich. See illustration.
Culture: Start the seed in early spring indoors in boxes or hotbeds. Cover
lightly and when the young plants get 2 to 3 inches high transplant to permanent
place. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 35c.
Pvrethrum _ (Golden Feather) No. 1890 — Well known edging plant
—JL _ about 1 foot high with cut foliage of a fresh yellow color.
Pinch off the flowers when they appear as the plant is more attractive without
them.
Culture: Sow early in protected seed beds or boxes. Cover lightly. Trans¬
plant when about 3 inches high to permanent location. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 20c;
oz., 35c.
Ricinus _ (Castor Oil Bean) — Ornamental
— tropical plant with decorative
leaves and fruits. Culture: Plant seed about 1 inch
deep after last frost and 5 feet apart.
Zanzibariensis No. 1898 — Extra large with leaves
ranging from light green through darker shades to
bronze. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c.
Sanguineus No. 1900 — Decorative, reddish stems
and leaves. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c.
ScahioS9. _ .(Mourning Bride) — Form upright
. 1 bushes about 2X feet high. The
large half ball shaped flowers are borne on long stems.
Well adapted for planting in mixed borders and
for cut. See illustration. Culture: Start the seeds
indoors in boxes. Transplant when ready setting
them 8 to 10 inches apart. May also be sown in the
open after danger of frost is over.
Large Flowered Mixed No. 1910 — A desirable mix¬
ture. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Azure Fairy No. 1913 — Very large and of a beau¬
tiful lavender blue color. Fine cut flower variety.
King of the Blacks No.- 1916—Lovelydeep soft
velvety purple color. A very striking color.
White No. 1920— Fine large pure white flowers.
Each: Pkt., 10c;.'# oz., 25c. -
Portulaca — -Also known as the “Sun Plants.” Charming small
- - — - annuals of spreading habit bearing innumerable flowers of
the richest color scheme. Fine for massing in beds or borders and for making
carpet designs. Also extensively used for edging and rockwork. Their great
resistance to heat and drought make them well fitted for summer planting in
the South. Prefer a dry sunny location. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the fine seeds in hot beds or in indoor boxes from February to
May for spring and summer blooming. Barely cover and keep moist. Trans¬
plant to permanent place about 8 inches apart.
Single Mixed Colors No. 1880 — Fine large-flowering mixture. Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 25c; X oz., 40c.
Single in separate colors. White No. 1881; Pink No. 1882; Scarlet No. 1883;
Yellow No. 1884 — Each per pkt., 10c.
Double Mixed Colors No. 1885 — Flowers resemble small roses. Pkt., 10c;
X oz., 65c; X oz., $1.25.
Double in separate colors. White No. 1886; Pink No. 1887; Scarlet No. 1888;
Yellow No. 1889 — Each per pkt., 15c.
Salvia — A? extremely popular and highly decorative perennial but gener-
- ally treated as a biennial in the South. It is considered one of our
best bedding flowers. Forms compact bushes wfith large flower spikes raised
freely over the foliage and blooms constantly all through the summer.
Culture: Sow the seeds from January to March for spring and summer bloom¬
ing. Start the culture in indoor boxes or in hotbeds which you keep shaded until
seeds start to sprout. Transplant 1 foot apart.
Splendens (Scarlet Sage) No. 1905 — An improved strain with plants of a more
compact form. Pkt., 10c; X oz., 75c.
Bonfire No. 1906 — One of the finest Scarlet Sage grown. The plants are of a
very compact growth and the flowers stand clear above the foliage, The bright
scarlet colored flowers literally cover the plants. Pkt., 20c; X oz., $100.
Azure Blue No. 1908 — A hand¬
some and much admired variety
with flowers of a deep azure blue
color. Pkt., 20c; X oz. $100.
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Platycodon
SPRING
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
_ (Medeola) No. 1925 — Graceful perennial climber with small heart shaped glis-
. i .. — tening leaves of a fresh green color. Fine for hanging baskets.
Culture: Sow seed about one-third inch deep in indoor boxes. When plants are about 3 inches
high, transplant to pots or hanging baskets. Three or four plants to each container. Should
preferably be grown in a half shady location. Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 25c.
_ .(Annual) Mixed Colors No. 1930 — Popular everlastings about 2 feet high of
— branching growth with small flowers in white, rose, lavender and blue color.
They are suitable for planting in mixed borders and especially valuable for cut.
Culture: Sow the seeds from February to April in open ground and thin out to 8 inches apart.
Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 25c.
Stocks - Few flowers deserve more popularity then the stocks. They are easily grown
1- and well adapted for massing or for planting in mixed borders or beds. They
produce a great number of flowers of delightful fragrance, and their lasting quality make them
especially well fitted for cutting. Our seeds come from the best specimens and can be relied
upon to give a large number of double flowers.
Culture: The seed should be started early indoors in flats or boxes. Barely cover and keep
soil moist. When the plants are about 3 inches high transplant to permanent location. Where
mass effect is desired we advise setting the plants about 6 inches apart so that single plants that
may appear later can be rogued out without spoiling the general effect of the bed or border.
The proper distance between the plants is 1 foot.
Large Flowering Ten Weeks — Of dwarf compact growth. Best for massing in beds and border.
Separate Colors : White No. 1940; Pink No. 1941; Crimson No. 1942; Azure Blue No. 1943;
Canary Yellow No. 1944. Each per pkt., 15c.
Mixed Colors No. 1945— A choice mixture. Pkt., 10c; ]/$ oz., 75c.
Improved Giant Bismarck — About 2 feet high. An extra fine early flowering stock of branch¬
ing habit. Produce a large percentage of double flowers. Splendid for cut. See illustration.
Separate Colors: White No. 1946, Rose No. 1947, Blood Red No. 1948, Lavender No. 1949,
Canary Yellow No. 1950. Each per pkt., 25c.
Mixed Colors No. 1951 — A very fine blend of all colors. Pkt., 20c; oz., 60c.
Scarlet Runner Beans — No- i922rFast g™™ns an°ual clil"ber producing
■ an abundance of bright scarlet pea-shaped flowers.
Splendid for covering trellises and fences. The beans are delicious for eating purposes.
Culture: Plant seeds after last frost in permanent location about 2 inches deep and 8 to 10
inches apart. Pkt., 5c; 34 lb., 20c; J4 lb., 35c; lb., 60c.
_ No. 1928 — Called Jerusalem Cherries. It is largely cultivated as a pot plant
■ and forms dwarf branching bushes carrying a profusion of small ball shaped
berries of a bright scarlet color. Very ornamental.
Culture: Sow the seeds from February to May in indoor boxes and transplant to pots when
large enough to handle. Pkt., 15c.
_ (Cyanea) No. 1932 — Also known
1 as the "Cornflower Aster." A dis
tinct and attractive perennial, growing about 2 fee.,
high with very large cornflower-like flowers of rich
sky blue color. Fine for planting in mixed borders
and beds or for massing. Also a valuable cut flower.
Delights in sunny location. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seeds from January to April
according to latitude preferable in protected seed beds
for later transplanting. Proper distance between
plants, 1 foot. Will bloom the first year from seeds
sown early. Pkt., 10c; L4 oz., 50c.
Sunflower _ Well known showy annuals and
. easily grown.
Culture: Sow the seeds thinly, about 1 inch deep,
from January to May in permanent location, and thin
out to 2 feet apart for the double and 1 foot apart for
the single variety.
Double Japanese No. 1935 — Also known as the
Chrysanthemum Flowered Sunflower, about 5 to 6
feet high, stately, and with large perfectly double
golden yellow flowers. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Miniature Hybrids No. 1938 — Attractive small
single sunflowers in shades of terra cotta, copper,
salmon pink, old rose and bronze. Pkt., 15c; J4 oz.,
50c.
Stock Improved Giant Bismarck
Stokesia
P©9.t Moss - The Spotted Granulated Peat Moss is a brown colored virgin soil formed
- years ago by the decay of mosses and various aquatic plants. It is a soil
medium free from fungus and weed seeds and is highly absorbent and retentive of moisture. It is
excellent for mixing in your flower beds, where it helps to loosen heavy soil and improved drainage,
while in sandy soil its retentiveness of moisture will be a great access during dry and hot spells.
Especially fine for Azaleas. We handle the best grade of Imported Granulated Peat Moss and carry
stocks in the following ports and will ship from nearest place to save you freight. New Orleans,
Gulfport, Mobile, Pensacola, Jacksonville, Savannah, Charleston, Lake Charles, Houston and Galves¬
ton. Price: $4.00 per bale, or in 10 bale lots, $3-75 per bale, f. o. b. warehouse. Sold in bale lots only.
Sweet William Single
Sweet Peas - We Fst an<^ illustrate these
■ popular annuals in natural col¬
ors on page 74. We are offering you something dis¬
tinctly new in the Duplex Sweet Peas described on
page 69.
Sweet William - These old-fashioned flow-
... ers are really perennials
butintheSouth they will bloom the first year if planted
early. They are rather stiff and formal plants produc¬
ing more or less ball-shaped clusters of flowers rang¬
ing in colors from pure white through all shades of
pink and red to deep crimson. They grow about 1J4
feet high and are fine for planting in mixed borders.
Culture: Start seed early in protected seed beds or
boxes indoors. Cover lightly and when ready trans¬
plant about 1 foot apart.
Single Mixed No. 2055 — See illustration. Pkt., 10c;
yi oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Double Mixed No. 2058 — Pkt., 10c; yi oz., 35c;
T2 oz., 60c.
Tagetes - (SiSnata Pumila) No. 2059— Be-
- longs to the Marigold family. It is a
low grower with finely cut foliage and small single
bright yellow flowers. Fine for bedding and bordering.
Culture: Sow thinly from January to May in open
ground and thin out to 8 inches apart. Pkt., 10c.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Texas Blue Bonnet
Torenia _ -Charming small annuals of
_ bushy growth with attractive
fresh green foliage and funnel-shaped flowers
resembling those of the Antirrhinum very much in
shape. They are well adapted for our southern
climate and will flower abundantly throughout
late spring and early summer. They find use for
bordering of taller growing annuals but show
their full beauty best when massed in beds or in
front of dwarf evergreen shrubberies. Will do
well in any location but prefer some shade and
plenty of moisture. May be grown very success¬
fully during the hot summer months.
Also useful as a cut flower for indoor decoration.
See illustration.
Culture: The fine seed should be started in¬
doors in boxes filled with finely sifted, sandy soil.
Barely cover and keep moist but not wet. Give
the seedlings plenty light without exposing them
to the sun. Transplant when about 3 inches high
setting them about 1 foot part.
Fournieri No. 2066 — The color is a beautiful
velvet blue with darker spots and bright yellow
throat. A great favorite. Pkt., 15c.
Bailloni No. 2067 — A rather rare variety of
somewhat creeping growth. The flowers are
yellow with reddish purple edges. Pkt., 25c.
Texas Blue Bonnet — No. 2°6°— A native an_
- - - nual of lexas. It grows
from 1 to V/2 feet high with lovely long spikes closely set with
large flowers of a fine deep blue color, blotched carmine and
with white keel. A profuse bloomer well adapted for massing in
beds. See illustration.
Culture: Sow seed early outdoors in permanent beds about
34 inch deep and thin out to 6 to 8 inches apart. Pkt., 10c;
34 oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
Thunber£ia _ -(Black Eyed Susan) No. 2062 — Rapid
_ — - growing annual climber reaching a
height of 7 to 8 feet. Produce numerous large showy single
round flowers ranging in colors through all shades of yellow,
orange and buff to pure white, all having a distinct black eye.
They are splendid for growing in porch boxes or vases and for
covering low trellises.
Culture: Sow seeds during January and February in indoor
boxes or after last frost in open ground. Cover about } 2 inch
and transplant or thin out to 8 to 10 inches apart. Pkt., 10c;
34 oz., 35c; 34 oz., 60c.
Tritoma- — -(Red Hot Poker) No. 2068 —
- - - Very interesting and highly
decorative plants. Their long narrow thick leaves
form a rosette from which the showy flower stocks
are raising freely. The flowers are closely set along
the upper part of the stalk and are of conspicuous
orange-rea shades. Grow about 5 feet high and
are admirably adapted for grouping in front of
taller shrubberies.
Culture: It is really a perennial but will bloom
the first year if planted early. As they are rather
tender plants the seed should be started indoors in
boxes or flats in January or February and trans¬
planted to the open when the weather becomes
warm and settled. Pkt., 15c; 34 oz., 65c.
Use Semesan-^Manv dl)eases can„b?
Srevented or controlled
^ , Semesan before sow¬
ing. It improves the germination, prevents fungus
development and helps to produce better flowers.
It may be applied either as a Dust or Liquid. Ask
for our booklet "Better Flowers With Semesan."
It contains some valuable information. For prices
see page 11.
No. 2045
REUTER’S
Spencer Sweet Pea Collection'
15 Packets for $1.00, postpaid.
Enough seed to plant a 60-foot row.
A most desirable assortment of selected giant,
orchid flowered Sweet Peas.
1 pkt. Austin Frederick, giant soft lavender.
1 pkt. Constance Hinton, the finest pure white.
1 pkt. Crimson King, large rich ox-blood crimson.
1 pkt. Elfrida Pearson, exquisite blush pink.
1 pkt. George Shawver, a giant orange pink.
1 pkt. Gleneagle, giant pale blue lavenaer.
1 pkt. Hawlmark Cerise, bright salmon cerise.
1 pkt. Heavenly Blue, large delphinium blue.
1 pkt. Mary Pickford, pink suffused salmon.
1 pkt. Miss California, large orange salmon.
1 pkt. President Harding, peach red.
1 pkt. Rosabelle, large bright rose.
1 pkt. Royal Scot, a splendid brilliant scarlet.
1 pkt. Royal Purple, fine warm purple color.
1 pkt. Youth, white edged soft rose pink.
A copy of our booklet, "The Best Way to Grow
Sweet Peas in the South," free with every collection.
REUTER’S CHOICE VERBENAS
Verbenas take up a very prominent place in our gardens and lend themselves to many
uses. They are charming small plants of low spreading growth and produce their
iarge trusses of showy flowers in great profusion all through the spring and early summer.
They are splendid for massing in beas and borders or for covering the ground under
groups of tall evergreens, lilies or the like. Also well adapted for planting in porch
and window boxes between ferns. They grow well in any ordinary garden soil, but
perfect plants with enormous size trusses and individual flowers are the result of having
your soil well prepared, loose and sufficiently rich. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seeds early in protected seed beds or indoor boxes, or after last
frost in open ground. Cover lightly and water sparingly. Verbena seeds are rather
slow to germinate and it generally takes two weeks or more to get a stand. When
ready transplant to permanent place setting them about 1 foot apart.
Reuter's Mammoth Mixture No. 2070 — An excellent mixture of large flowered Ver¬
benas. Includes all the various shades and combinations to be found in the Verbenas.
Pkt., 10c; J4 oz., 45c; 34 oz., 80c; oz., $1.50.
Separate Colors: White No. 2072, Pink No. 2073, Striped No. 2074, Purple No. 2075,
Red No. 2076. Each per pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 50c.
No. 2077 — For 40c we will send you one packet each of the above five colors.
Reuter's Giant Flowered Verbenas — A magnificent new strain of Verbenas producing
plants of somewhat more compact and robust growth . The flowers are exceptionally
large and will on well grown plants often measure up to 1 inch in diameter. They come
in enormous trusses. Very free flowering.
Pure White No. 2080 — A giant pure white. Rose Cardinal No. 2081 — A fine rose
pink with large white eye. Lucifer No. 2082 — A vivid scarlet self. Splendid pendent
to the white. Each per pkt., 20c; 34 oz., 75c.
Giant Flowered Mixture No. 2084 — A fine well balanced mixture. Pkt., 15c; 34 oz.,
60c.
Moss Verbena — Old fashioned Verbena with finely cut leaves and small heads of
flowers produced in such a profusion that they literally form a carpet over the foliage.
Purple No. 2078; White No. 2079. Each per pkt., 10c; 34 oz., 50c.
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
_ (Periwinkle) — Showy and free flowering shrubby annuals growing around 1 J/2 feet high with
. handsome single round five petalled flowers measuring \yi to 2 inches across. They come
in white and pink shades, some with crimson center. The leaves are of an attractive dark green color and
look like they are varnished. Vincas stand our hot southern summer extremely well and should not be
forgotten when plans for the summer garden are made. They may be used for massing but are best for mixing
in borders with other plants. Fine for cut. See illustration.
Culture: Sow the seeds from February to June in open seed beds or in permanent location and transplant
or thin out to about 1 foot apart.
White No. 2086 — Pure white; Pink No. 2089 — Dark pink with crimson center; Mixed Colors
No. 2092 — Mixture of all existing colors. Each per pkt., 10c; T4 oz., 40c; T2 oz., 75c.
VlOl£l CtOmUtS. _ (Tufted Pansies) — Lovely small perennials of the Pansy family.
- While the flowers are not so large as those of the regular pansies,
yet they bloom so freely and over so long a period that they are well worth a place in every garden.
Extra fine for edging or rockwork and for planting in mixed borders and beds. The flowers may
be cut and used for decorating low bowls with good effect. See illustration.
Culture: Start the seeds from January to April according to latitude in protected seed beds or
indoor boxes. Cover lightly and keep the soil at proper moist state. When ready transplant to
permanent location setting them 4 to 5 inches apart.
Admiration No. 2095 — Rich violet blue, a very attractive color. Pkt., 15c.
Lutea Splendens No. 2097 — Large flowering bright yellow. Pkt., 15c.
White Perfection No. 2099 — Fine large flowers of the purest white. Pkt., 15c.
Mixed Colors No. 2100 — Fine mixture of above and others. Pkt., 15c; oz., 65c.
ViolGt _ No. 2102 — Lovely small perennials growing
— . 1 only about 6 inches high with heart-shaped
leaves and small pansy like deep blue flowers. They are
greatly admired for their beauty and delightful fragrance.
They may be used in the garden for bordering walks or like
but should be planted in a half shady location for best results.
Violets are one of our most fashionable cut flowers. Like a
good rich soil.
Culture: Sow early in open seed beds about inch deep
and transplant to 8 inches apart. Seeds are very slow to
ferminate, requiring sometimes three to four months or more,
kt., 20c; K oz., 85c.
Vinca
Reuter’s Wild Garden Mix-
Wallflower
.Single Finest Mixed No.
2103 — An old favorite grow¬
ing into bushy plants about feet high with large
spikes of fragrant single flowers in yellow, bronze
and crimson shades. The variety offered here is an
annual and is well adapted for massing or for plant¬
ing in mixed borders and beds. It is also extensively
used for growing in pots and is a fine cut flower.
Culture: Sow the seed from January to March.
For early planting use protected seed beds or indoor
boxes. Cover about Jq inch and keep moist. When
the young plants are about 2 inches high transplant
to 1 foot apart. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Zinnias
Viola Cornuta
.The name of these wonderful
annuals is linked with summer
tUT6' _ No. ^131 — This mixture is made up by
. ourselves from our extensive assortment
of flower seeds suitable for southern climate. It will
furnish you with a surprising range of blooms and
colors all through the spring and early summer.
Plant a bed of this superior mixture and you will
have a plentiful supply of cut flowers for the house.
Culture: In order to prevent too heavy sowing
and assure a more even distribution we recommend
mixing the seeds with two to three times its bulk of
dry sand. Broadcast the mixture over the bed and
work it a little into the surface soil with a rake.
Press soil and keep moist. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; lb.,
70c; K lb., $1.25; lb., $2.00.
Xeranthemum — ^‘x'ed , Colors . No,
_ - 2104 — An annual and
one of the prettiest and most satisfactory of the
Everlastings. It grows about feet high and pro¬
duces an abundance of double straw-like flowers in
white, rose and purple colors. Fine for planting in
mixed borders and beds. The flowers may be dried
for winter bouquets. See illustration.
Culture: Sow from February to May in open
ground about yi inch deep. Thin out tol foot apart.
Prefer a sunny location. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c.
and sunshine. They seem to delight in our warm
southern climate and will furnish your garden
and home with their rainbow of colors from early spring
until late in fall.
Xeranthemum
We list and illustrate our general assortment partly in
natural colors on page 75-
The Curled and Crested and the Cactus Flowered Mixture
we are offering here are quite distinct types of Zinnias and we
expect the Cactus Flowered to become very popular. The
flowers are of largest size, but at the present this attractive
type is handicapped by a comparative small range of colors.
Culture: The seeds may be sown any time from February
to October in this section. For best results Zinnias should
be given a well drained and very rich ground. They are great
feeders and will, if planted in poor soil, always produce poor
flowers no matter how good the seeds you may sow.
Curled and Crested Mixed No. 2106 — The twisted and
curled petals give the flowers a graceful and artistic appear¬
ance. Illustrated in natural color on page 75, No. 3. Pkt.,
10c; ]A oz., 60c; oz., $1.00.
Cactus Flowered Mixture No. 2107 — The leaves are rolled
into tubers; 'Causing' u: dose resemblance to a fine petaled
Cactus DaBJia. ' V'efy odd and highly decorative variety.
See illustration. Pkt:,' 15c; oz., 50c; T2 oz., 90c.
Zinnia Cactus Flowered
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans
SPRING
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Reuter’s First Offerings
v in New Flowers 5
The New Larkspurs
Larkspurs have always taken a very prominent place among
our annuals. The abserce of good pink shades has, however,
been a serious drawback which was only partly overcome with
the introduction a few years back of the Exquisite Pink.
Although a beautiful Salmon Pink, it had a rather wild growth
and came only about 65 per cent true from seed.
The introduction this year of three new Pink Larkspurs shows
better than anything the intensiveness with which our foremost
growers and hybridizers have been working to overcome this
handicap. All of the three novelties which we are offering here
are splendid pinks coming almost 100 per cent true to type and
color from seed and we can highly recommend them to the most
discriminating customers.
LA FRANCE
No. 1682B
Larkspur La France has been called "The Season's Novelty."
It is a remarkably vigorous grower and attains a greater height
than the other light shades of Larkspur. The large perfectly
formed double flowers are well arranged on the tall stems and
the color is a pleasing salmon pink. It has proven more resistant
to mildew than the balance of the Larkspurs. It is an outstand¬
ing novelty which we have no doubt will become very popular.
It is most effective massed in beds or borders and is a cut flower
par excellent. The crop is very short so we are able this year to
offer seed in packets only.
Pkt., 50c; 3 pkts., $1.35, postpaid.
Larkspur Exquisite Pink
Improved
Three Pink Shades
EXQUISITE PINK IMPROVED
No. 1682
This is a highly improved strain over the old Exquisite Pink
and the result of many years of careful work. It differs from the
old type in that it has far more compact growth with the
branches running almost parallel with the center stem similar to
that of the perennial Delphinium. (See illustration.) It also
comes practically 100 per cent true in color and type from seed.
The color is a lovely soft pink shaded salmon ana the flowers
are large, perfect in form and very double and well arranged on
the spikes. Exquisite in color, perfection in form, and purity of
strain are rhe features of this wonderful Improved Larkspur we
desire to point out especially. It is a more compact grower than
"La France" although not quite as tall and is equally as fine
for massing in beds or borders and for cut.
Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts., 65c; oz., $3 00, postpaid.
EXQUISITE ROSE
No. 1682A
This is a distinctly new color in Larkspur, the shade being a
beautiful rose pink, several tones deeper than Exquisite Pink
Improved. In growth it resembles this variety closely, however,
having the same upright compact habit. It is a very striking
addition to the Pink Larkspurs and with its clear rose pink
flowers it is bound to become a general favorite with the florists
as well as the amateurs.
Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts., 65c; oz., $3.00, postpaid.
DUPLEX SWEET PEAS
Sweet Pea Winnie Morse
To produce a double Sweet Pea has for many years been
the endeavor of all sweet pea specialists and, through
careful breeding and selection, one of our foremost grow¬
ers has succeeded in developing a new strain which pro¬
duces a large percentage of flowers with two, three or
four standards and also several wings, giving the flower
a double appearance.
They produce very attractive sprays of blooms and
when bunched these sprays give an effect never before seen
in Sweet Peas.
We invite you to try these wonderful new Peas.
Early Spencer Duplex Gem No. 2051 — The color is a
soft rose pink flushed on light cream ground. The flowers
are truly enormous in size yet beautifully light and frilly
and borne on good stems. A magnificent variety.
Pkt., 50c; 3 pkts.,' $1.25, postpaid.
Late Spencer Kitty Pierce No. 2052 — Quite a new shade
in Sweet Peas. The color is a soft lilac suffused with
blush pink. The flowers are large and come well placed
on long stout stems and the petals are beautifully wavy
and frilled. It is a charming pea and a welcome addi¬
tion to the late flowering type. See illustration.
Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts., 65c, postpaid.
Late Spencer Winnie Morse No. 2052 — The color is a
lovely soft rose pink lightly flushed on cream ground.
The flowers are of giant size mostly duplexed and delight¬
fully frilled and they are well placed on strong stems
One of the most beautiful Sweet Peas ever introduced.
See illustration.
Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts., 65c, postpaid.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
Reuter’s Summer Flowering Bulbs
On the following pages we are listing a
splendid assortment of summer flowering
bulbs adapted for planting in the South.
They are very effective and economical to
use and every garden should have a liberal
amount of them.
All prices are postpaid.
Hemerocallis-
. (Day Lilies) — ■
Popular and
Agapanthus — ^o. 2149— a 1 so
_ 2 _ £ _ _ _ known as the
“Blue Lily of Nile.” Highly decorative
filants with Amaryllis-like foliage and
arge heads of from 10 to 30 bell-shaped
flowers of an attractive bright blue color.
Splendid for growing in pots and large
tubs, but may also be used in the garden.
Bloom in late spring.
Strong roots: 65c each; x/t doz., $3.50.
Peony
Amaryllis _ (Johnsoni) No. 2150 — Well known as the “St. Joseph
__ _ Lily.” Fine for mixed borders. Illustrated in natural colot
. - Ph
Lily.” Fine for mixed borders. Illustrated in natural color
on inside front cover. Good strong bulbs: 40c each; y doz., $2.25; doz., $4.00.
American Hybrids Mixed No. 2151 — Produce immense flowers in many lovely
shades with some striking combinations. Fine pot plants. Illustrated in natural
color on inside front cover. Strong bulbs: 75c each; y doz., $4.00; doz., $7.50.
Caladiums — We offer -
_ _ ment
'er y<
of
ou an attractive assort-
these decorative leaf
plants and illustrate them in natural colors on page 76.
_ .Old fashioned Lilies of stately ap¬
pearance. Produce immense droop-
el sh’"
ing clusters of funnel shaped flowers borne on tall strong
stems. Bloom over a long period as the flowers do not
open all at one time. Show up well planted in front of
tall shrubberies.
Kirki No. 2153 — Soft delicate pink with red stripe
down through each petal.
Capense (White Cape Lily) No. 2154 — White striped
rose on the back of each petal.
Prices on both: 35c each; y doz., $1.85.
Gannas _ ^ee t*ie £°^owfog p age. a special
Canna Collection for southern gardens
Ismene
is listed and illustrated in natural colors on page 77.
_ _ Dahlias may be grown very successfully in the South if the
proper varieties are chosen. See our assortments listed and
T|.i o _ (Flags) — Iris are very popular in the northern
... _ states. As a rule they are not very success¬
fully grown in the extreme South but we are having
calls for them, so are offering here a few of the most
desirable varieties. Iris require perfect drainage and
delight in a sunny location.
Ambassador No. 2283 — Smoky lavender, falls deep
red violet. See illustration. Price: $1.00 each.
Iris King No. 2284 — Clear yellow, falls rich maroon
bordered yellow. Price: 35c each.
Mother of Pearl No. 2288 — Bluish lavender with
creamy undertone. Extra fine. Price: $1.00 each.
Filifolia Imperator No. 2282 — The all-around finest,
largest and best blue Iris for all purposes. Price: 15c
each; doz., 80c; doz., $1.50.
_Well known decorative pot
plants. In this latitude they
Calla Lilies
illustrated in natural colors on pages 72 and 80.
GlfldiolUS _ A generous assortment of the most advisable varieties for
southern planting is offered and illustrated in natural colors
on pages 78 and 79.
highly decorative plants with long narrow
leaves. The rather stiff flower stems are
raised 1 yi to 2 feet above the foliage and
carry a cluster of large lily-shaped flowers
in yellow and orange shades. They seem to
delight in our hot southern climate, and
are exceedingly showy planted in front of
tall shrubberies or massed in beds.
Single Yellow No. 2265 — Illustrated in
natural color on inside front cover; Double
Orange No. 2266. Prices on both: 15c
each; y doz., 80c'; doz., $1.50; 100 for
$11.00.
Ismene _ (Peruvian Daffodil) No. 2267— Fine spring flowering bulbs
v _ with long narrow leaves and large fragrant Narcis-like flowers
crowned in a cluster on the strong stems. The color is a pure white. Ismenes
start to bloom three to four weeks after planted. They are fine for growing in-
4™rc in nnrc anrl in the harden thev mav be massed in borders or in front of 1<
doors in pots and in the garden they may be massed in borders or in front of low
growing shrubberies with splendid effect. See illustration.
Strong bulbs: 25c each; y doz., $1.35; doz., $2.50; 100 for $18.00.
may be planted in the open in warm protected places.
Godfrey's Everblooming No. 2268 — Best pure white. Produces three times
as many flowers as any of the other varieties. Illustrated in natural color on
inside front cover. Prices: 35c each; y doz., $1.85; doz., $3-50.
Golden Yellow No. 2270— Large rich golden yellow flowers with dark green
spotted foliage. Prices: 40c each; y doz., $2.25; doz., $4.00.
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Easter Lilies— ^e offer our special Creole grown
— . . Easter Lily and illustrate it in
natural color on page 77. By far the best Lily for southern
planting.
Lilies _ No‘ 2280_ A straight up-
_ - - - - right growing plant with
large clusters of fragrant snow white flowers. Delight in a
good rich soil and require plenty of water. Fine for planting
along fences or in front or shrubberies. See illustration.
Prices: 15c each; y doz., 80c; doz., $1.50.
Montbretias-^g^”^,^1^
bright colored star-shaped flowers resembling the Gladiolus
somewhat in growth. A cut flower par excellence. Prices:
y doz., 40c; doz., 70c; 100 for $5.00.
Butterfly
Peonies _ Like Iris they are not very successfully
_ _ _ grown in this latitude, but they will do
splendidly for those of our customers who live farther North.
Ihey produce bushy plants with enormous size flowers, per¬
fectly double, and come in many lovely colors and shades.
A most decorative and showy plant in the garden. See
illustration.
Iris Ambassador
We offer Peonies in double mixture only. Strong roots:
50c each; y doz., $2.75; doz., $5-00.
Butterfly Lily
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Reuter’s Southern
Cannas with their stately growth, decorative foliage in green and bronze colors
and large showy cluster of flowers, are one of the most economical and effective garden
plants. They adapt themselves wonderfully for planting along fences, in front of tall
growing shrubberies or for massing in large beds. In some sections Cannas are
attacked by worms that eat the young leaves while these are still rolled into tubers.
We have prepared a leaflet on Canna Culture which tells you how to overcome this.
A copy is given free with every order.
Note: We offer and illustrate in natural colors a special Canna Collection for
smaller gardens on page 77.
City of Portland No. 2172 — A dwarf grower with green foliage and handsome deep
rose pink flowers. Becoming very popular. 3 )4 feet high.
Prices: 20c each; 34 doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $15.00.
Eureka No. 2173 — A pure white Canna of great merit. 4 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 85c; doz., $1.60; 100 for $12.00.
Hungaria No. 2174 — A fine strong grower with green foliage and large trusses of
beautiful soft rose pink flowers. Considered the best pure pink. 4 feet high.
Prices: 20c each; 34 doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $15.00.
King Humbert No. 2175 — The most popular of all Cannas. The orange-scarlet
flowers form a striking contrast to the bronze colored foliage. 4 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $10.00.
Mrs. Alfred Conard No. 2176 — An exquisite Canna with well formed trusses of
large flowers of a lovely salmon-pink color.
Prices: 20c each; 34 doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $15.00.
Yellow King Humbert No. 2177 — A striking sport of the ordinary King Humbert
with golden yellow flowers heavily spotted vermilion. 4 34 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $10.00.
Richard Wallace No. 2178 — Very popular large canary yellow. 4 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 75c; doz., $1.35; 100 for $9.00. :
The President No. 2179 — One of our outstanding reds with immense flame scarlet
flowers. Green foliage. 4 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 85c; doz., $1.60; 100 for $12.00.
Venus No. 2180 — A fine rosy-pink variety bordered cream yellow. 4 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $10.00.
Wyoming No. 2182 — A very strong grower producing large trusses of open flowers
of a deep salmon or blood orange faintly penciled red. 5 feet high.
Prices: 15c each; 34 doz., 75c; doz., $1.35; 100 for $9.00.
Grown Cannas
Cannas
Other Desirable Bulbs
Tuberoses _ Mexican Everblooming No. 2295 —
— Single flowering and best suited for the
South. Very popular and easily grown with large flower
spikes thickly set with pure white, very fragrant flowers.
Illustrated in natural color on the inside front cover.
Prices: 6c each; 34 doz., 30c; doz., 55c; 100 for $4.00.
Zephvranthes — -(Fairy Lilies). Lovely small
F — ^ plants with long narrow leaves
and pretty lily-like flowers placed single on each stem. Well
adapted for edging purposes.
Rosea No. 2298 — Handsome clear rose flowers. Illustrated
in natural color on the inside front cover.
Prices: 10c each; 34 doz., 50c; doz., 85c; 100 for $5.00.
Candida No. 2300 — Pure white flowers. Prices: 34 doz.,
20c; doz., 35c; 100 for $2.00.
Caladium - Elephant's Ear No 2155-This
_ variety should not be contused
with the fancy leaved Caladiums. It grows from 5 to 6
feet tall and has immense green leaves shaped like an
Elephant's Ear, hence the name. Very decorative and
fine as a solitary plant or for grouping. See illustra¬
tion. Large bulbs: 15c each; 3? doz., 80c; doz., $1.50;
100 for $11.00.
Nerine _ (Guernsey Lily) No. 2290 — A lily of
_ _ unusual beauty blooming in the early
fall. Fine for mixed borders and pots. Illustrated in
natural color on the inside front cover. Prices: 20c
each; 34 doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $15.00.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
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Southern
Gardens
Dahlias may be grown very successfully in the
South. For spring blooming they should be planted
during February and March in this latitude, but as
Dahlias are tender plants, care should be taken that
they are protected against frost. Late planting we
find to be the easiest and most desirable. The bulbs
are planted during the latter part of May and the
month of June. They will bloom during fall and pro¬
duce their mass of flowers until checked by the frost.
The Dahlias listed here are, in part, newer introductions, with some older
varieties of especially high merit. For our general list see page 80.
Have you our “Dahlia” booklet? If not, ask for it. It is free.
Note: All prices are postpaid.
Mrs. I. de ver Warner No. 2365 — (Decorative). A magnificent Dahlia with
very large perfect flowers of deep mauve pink color. Fine long stemmed variety
and a free bloomer. Price: 75c each.
Patrick O'Mara No. 2366 — (Decorative). The color is a cream yellow with
salmon-red suffusion. The flowers are large, of perfect form and are borne on long
strong stems. Extra fine. Price: 65c each.
Pearl Ruggles No. 2367 — (Peony). Magnificent Dahlia with gigantic flowers of
exquisite cerise-pink color with soft pink and white shadings. Fine long stemmed
variety. Price: $1.00 each.
Dr. Tewis No. 2368 — (Decorative). A strong grower with gigantic flowers of
a beautiful old rose color shading to gold. See illustration. Price: 60c each. *
U. S. A. No. 2369 — (Hybrid Cactus). The mammoth flowers are of unique
formation, borne on fine long stems and the color is a sparkling deep orange.
Very free flowering. A splendid Dahlia in every respect. Price: $1.00 each.
Decorative Dahlia
Dr. Tewis
Amityville No. 2350 — (Decorative). A splen¬
did giant flowered Dahlia with lovely soft silvery
rose flowers. Price: 75c each.
Amun Ra No. 2351 — (Decorative). The flowers
are of immense size with the outer petals of copper
and orange tones, deepening in the center to a dark
reddish brown color, the effect as a whole being
that of a gorgeous sunset. Long stemmed. Superb.
Price: $1.00 each.
Champagne No. 2352 — (Decorative). An exquisite Dahlia with giant flowers
of perfect shape. The color is a golden champagne and chamois. Price: $1.00
each.
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City of Portland No. 2353 — (Peony). The best yellow Peony Dahlia. The
immense flowers are of a beautiful deep rich yellow color. Price: $1.00 each.
POMPON DAHLIAS
Geisha No. 2354 — (Peony). Superb combination of brilliant scarlet and gold.
The dominating color is scarlet but the petals are tipped and zoned gold. Illus¬
trated in natural color on page 80, No. 1. Price: 75c each.
Insulinde No. 2360 — (Decorative). One of the new introductions that has
attracted most attention. The flowers are very large, 6 to 7 inches in diameter,
and of a beautiful orange color suffused bronze. Illustrated in natural color on
page 80, No. 3. Price: $1.00 each.
Jersey Beauty No. 2361 — (Decorative). Considered the very best all-round
Dahlia yet introduced. The large perfectly formed flowers are of a lovely pure
pink color and are borne on long straight stems. Very prolific bloomer. Truly
exquisite. Price: $1.00 each.
Small double flowers of the Show Dahlia type. Very profuse bloomers.
Little Belle No. 2370 — Clear mauve pink. Long stems.
Dr. Jim No. 2371 — Lavender edged cerise purple. Very attractive color.
Snowclad No. 2372 — Pure white. Fine long stems.
Price on any of above: 35c each.
Single Dahlias
White Century No. 2374 — The best single white Dahlia with large flowers
borne on long stems. Price: 25c each.
Millionaire No. 2364 — (Decorative). The largest Dahlia grown. The color is a
delicate lavender pink. Price: 75c each.
Rose Pink Century No. 2375 — The flowers measure up to 6 inches in diameter,
are of a clear rosy-pink color and borne on long stiff stems. Price: 25c each.
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Reuter's
Gorgeous Larkspurs
Larkspurs are becoming one of our leading annuals. They adapt
themselves wonderfully for massing in large beds and borders and
are splendid cut flowers.
Culture: Larkspurs are cold weather plants and the seed should
preferably be sown before February 15th in this latitude. Larkspurs
do not stand transplanting well, so we advise sowing the seeds in
permanent location to a depth of about yZ inch. Thin out to 6 inches
apart for the dwarf and 1 foot for the tall stock-flowered tvpe.
Dwarf Mixed Colors No. 1670 — Grows about V/Z feet high and
produce a single hyacinth-like spike of flowers. Pkt., 10c; yZ oz.,
30c; oz., 50c.
Tall Double Stock-Flowered
The most popular type of the annual Larkspur. The plants are of
branching habit and grow about 3 Vz feet high.
White No. 1676 — See illustration No. 2.
Shell Pink No. 1677 — See illustration No. 1.
Bright Rose No. 1678 — See illustration No. 6.
Lustrous Carmin No. 1678-A — See illustration No. 7.
Lilac No. 1679 — See illustration No. 3-
Dark Blue No. 1680 — See illustration No. 5-
Prices on all above: Pkt., 10c; yZ oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Exquisite Pink Improved No. 1682— See illustration No. 4. For
full description see page 69. Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts. for 65c.
No. 1683 — For 75c we will send you one packet each of the colors
illustrated on this page.
Tall Double Stock-Flowered Mixed No. 1675— A very choice
blend of all colors. Pkt., 10c; yZ oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
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Spencer or
Orchid Flowered
The flowers are very large and beautifully waved.
Austin Frederick No. 2010 — Fine giant soft lavender.
Constance Flinton No. 2015 — The finest pure white.
Crimson King No. 2018 — Large rich ox-blood crimson.
Does not burn. See illustration No. 4.
Elfrida Pearson No. 2020 — Blush pink. A splendid pea.
George Shawyer No. 2022 — A giant orange pink.
Gleneagles No. 2023 — Immense pale blue lavender.
Hawlmark Cerise No. 2024 — Bright salmon cerise.
Heavenly Blue No. 2025 — Fine large Delphinium blue
without trace of violet. See illustration No. 3-
Mary Pickford No. 2028 — Cream pink suffused salmon.
Miss California No. 2030 — Orange salmon shaded cream
pink. A distinctly new color. See illustration No. 6.
President Harding No. 2034 — Peach red suffused orange.
Rosabelle No. 2036 — Splendid large bright rose.
Royal Scot No. 2038 — Large brilliant scarlet. Very fine.
Royal Purple No. 2040 — Fine warm purple color.
Youth No. 2042 — Large white edged soft rose pink.
Prices on all above: Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 34 lb-, 80c; lb.,
$3.00.
Spencer or Orchid Flowered ]\Jix-
tlire _ bio. 2048 — We do not believe it is possible to
- get anything more perfect in quality or better
in color scheme than this wonderful mixture. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; > + lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.
Note: See new introductions offered on page 69.
Early Flowering Spencer
From four to five weeks earlier in bloom than the late
Spencer but should not be planted until danger of frost is o\ er..
Aviator No. 2132 — Large dazzling crimson scarlet.
Columbia No. 2133 — Rose pink with white wings.
Harmony No. 2134 — Lavender. See illustration No. 5-
Meadow Lark No. 2135 — Fine cream colored pea.
Mrs. Kerr No. 2136 — Best salmon. See illustration No. 7.
Snowstorm No. 2137 — Pure white. See illustration No. 1.
Superior Pink No. 2138 — Rose pink shaded salmon. See
illustration No. 2. Pkt., 20c; Y oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Vulcan No. 2139 — Vivid scarlet. Does not burn.
Blue Bird No. 2140 — Fine shade, of blue.
Zvolanek's Rose No. 2141 — Popular giant rose pink.
Prices on above except where otherwise stated : Pkt., 15c;
oz., 50c; Y lb., $1.75.
Early Flowering Spencer Mixture —
No. 2145 — Well balanced mixtures of all colors. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 40c; Y lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00.
Reuter’s Peerless Mixture — No„20°5
- — Good
mixture of partly smooth, partly waved flowers. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 15c; 34 lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.
Cupido or Dwarf Sweet Pea Mixture—
No. 2050 — Dwarf grower with large waved flowers on short
stems. Fine bedder. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 34 lb., $1.00.
Our Sweet Pea booklet free upon request.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
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SEEDS FOR THE SOUTH
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Much work and attention is devoted to the perfection of our strain of these
popular flowers.
Culture: The seeds mav be sown anv time from February to October in this
section. For best results Zinnias should be given a well drained and very rich
ground. They are great feeders and will, if planted in poor soil, always produce
poor flowers no matter how good the seeds you mav sow.
Double Finest Mixed No. 2105 — Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c; J4 lb., $1.50.
Reuter’s Giant Double Zinnias — Fof..hon?e gardens and
_ public places we cannot
too highly recommend this special strain. It produces enormous perfectly double
flowers.
No. 2108 — White No. 2114 — Canary Yellow
No. 2109 — Blush Pink No. 2115 — Sulphur Yellow
No. 2110 — Shrimp Pink No. 2116 — Apricot Orange
No. 2111 — Salmon No. 2117 — Orange
No. 2112 — Scarlet No. 2118 — Lavender (See illustration No. 2)
No. 2113 — Crimson No. 2119 — Purple
Each per pkt., 10c; '4 oz., 40c; oz., 75c; oz., $1.25.
Reuter's Giant Double Mixture No. 2120 — A superior mixture in every way.
Pkt., 10c; K oz., 60c; oz., $1.00; >4 lb., $3-50.
Reuter’s Giant Dahlia-Flowered Zinnias—
The flowers are of enormous size and resemble closely a decorative Dahlia ir
shape, hence the name.
Crimson Monarch No. 2122 — Crimson-scarlet. See illustration No. 1.
Exquisite No. 2123 — The color is a light rose with tyrian-rose center.
Dream No. 2124 — Lovely deep lavender turning to purple.
Canary Bird No. 2125 — A delicate shade of primrose yellow.
Polar Bear No. 2126 — Large pure white. See illustration No. 4.
Purple Prince No. 2127 — Beautiful deep rhodamine-purple color.
Each of the above, per pkt., 25c; >4 oz., $1.00.
Giant Dahlia-Flowered Mixture No. 2130 — A perfect blend from separate colors.
Pkt., 20c; yi oz., 60c; oz., $1.10; oz., $2.00.
dllinut Zinnias _ Dwarf growers with small perfectly double flow
1 - £- - ers. Very prolific bloomers.
Mixed Colors No. 2146 — Well balanced mixture. Pkt., 10c; y. 2 oz., 50c.
Scarlet Gem No. 2147 — A glowing scarlet red. Pkt., 10c; l/2 oz., 60c.
Golden Gem No. 2148 — Splendid golden orange. Pkt., 10c; l/2 oz., 60c.
Salmon Rose No. 2148A — A lovely new shade. Pkt., 10c; l/i oz., 60c.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
Reuter’s
Fancy Leaved Caladiums
Splendid plants for shady and half shady places or for growing
in porch boxes and pots.
Note: As Caladiums are very tender to cold, we will book all
orders received for delivery in March except when otherwise
requested.
Full cultural direction with every order.
Separate varieties illustrated:
1. Lord Derby 7. D. M. Cook
2. Mrs. Jessie M. Thayer 8. Heralen
3. Candidum 9. Fred Bause
4. Acary 10. Mrs. W. B. Haldemann
5. Charmeuse 11. Our Red
6. Fascination 12. Macahyda
Any of above: 35c each; yi doz., $1.85; doz., $3-50, postpaid.
Reuter's Rainbow Mixture No. 2156 — Fine
blend of more than 70 different varieties. Prices:
25c each; K doz., $1.35, doz., $2.50; 100 for $18.50,
postpaid.
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Reuter’s Southern Canna
Collection No. 2185
Six Superb Distinct Varieties for 85c, postpaid.
1. Eureka. Best pure white. Very popular variety.
2. President. Immense flame scarlet. One of the best reds.
3. Mrs. Alfred Conard. Beautiful salmon-pink.
4. Venus. Rosy pink, with creamy yellow border.
5. King Humbert. Large orange-scarlet flowers with bronze-
colored foliage.
6. Yellow King Humbert. Yellow spotted orange-scarlet.
For complete assortment and prices on individual varieties, see
page 71.
Reuter’s Creole Easter Lily
No. 2275
The superior Lily for outdoor planting in the South. The flowers
are of the purest white color, exceptionally large and of fine heavy
texture. Wherever this native Lily has been exhibited in the northern
states it has attracted wide atrention.
Note: Orders received late in the season we will fill with nicely
started stock.
Prices on bulbs and started stock: 25c each, y2 doz., $1.35; doz.,
$2.50; 100 for $18.00, postpaid or prepaid.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
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We are offering on this page what we consider the best of the older and standard varieties, including some
of the most desirable of the newer introductions.
All bulbs are strictly first size. Note: All prices are postpaid.
America No. 2220 — An old favorite with large soft lavender pink flowers. A fine bloomer.
Prices: 6c each; Yz doz., 30c; doz., 55c; 100 for $3. 75.
Anna Eberius No. 2221- — Lovely rhodamine purple blotched amaranth purple on the lower lips.
Prices: 8c each; Y doz., 45c; doz., 85c; 100 for $6.50.
Baron Hulot No. 2223 — Lovely deep velvety purple flowers. The best of the purple. Very popular.
Prices: 12c each; Yz doz., 60c; doz., $1.10; 100 for $8.00.
C. F. Peters No. 2224 — A wonderful large rosy lilac blotched crimson. Resemble an Orchid in color.
Prices: 20c each; Yz doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $16.00.
E. J. Shaylor No. 2225 — Very beautiful deep rose slightly ruffled. Splendid cut flower variety.
Prices: 7c each; Yz doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00.
Europe No. 2226 — The largest and finest pure white Gladiolus yet introduced. Tall, straight spikes.
Prices: 20c each; Yz doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $16.00.
Evelyn Kirtland No. 2227 — Fine large flowers of a wonderful rosv pink passing to shell pink in the
throat. The lower petals are blotched fiery scarlet.
Prices: 8c each; Yz doz., 45c; doz., 85c; 100 for $6.00.
Fay Lamphier No. 2228 — Superb large watermelon pink suffused coral. An exquisite new variety.
Prices: 15c each; Y doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $11.00.
Glory of Holland No. 2229 — Large pure white Gladiolus. Fine variety for southern planting.
Prices: 10c each; Y2 doz., 55c; doz., $1.00; 100 for $7.00.
Golden Measure No. 2230 — Wonderful deep golden yellow with open flowers on tall, straight spikes.
Prices: 15c each; Yz doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $11.00.
Halley No. 2231 — Early variety producing large flowers of a lovely salmon pink. Very popular.
Prices: 7c each; Y doz., 35c; doz., 65c; 100 for $4.50.
Lavender Princess No. 2232 — Beautiful delicate lavender flower with marked throat. Extra fine.
Prices: 15c each; Yz doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $11.00.
Mrs. Francis King No. 2234 — Enormous open flowers of a dazzling scarlet color. Fine strong grower.
Prices: 7c each; Yz doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00.
Mrs. Frank Pendleton No. 2236 — Large salmon pink blotched deep crimson on the lower petals.
Prices: 8c each; Yz doz., 45c; doz., 80c; 100 for $6.00.
Mrs. Leon Douglas No. 2237 — Magnificent new Gladiolus with tremendously large begonia rose flowers
striped flame scarlet. Truly exquisite.
Prices: 20c each; Yz doz., $1.00; doz., $1.80; 100 for $14.00.
Mona Lisa No. 2238 — A delightful soft rose pink Gladiolus with petals beautifully ruffled.
Prices: 10c each; Yz doz., 55c; doz., $1.00; 100 for $7.00.
Peach Rose No. 2242 — Exquisite neyv deep rose pink blotched crimson. Very choice and distinct variety.
Prices: 20c each; Y doz., $1.10; doz., $2.00; 100 for $16.00.
Panama No. 2244 — An improved America with large flowers of a rich rose pink color. A good grower.
Prices: 7c each; Yz doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00.
Red Emperor No. 2245 — Superb Gladiolus with immense deep oxblood red flowers. Very showy variety.
Prices: 15c each; Yz doz., 75c; doz., $1.35; 100 for $10.00.
Schwaben No. 2246 — A wonderful bloomer with canary yellow flowers shading to sulphur yellow.
Prices: 7c each; lY doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00.
Virginia No. 2247 — The large scarlet flowers open 6 or more at a time. A winner of many awards.
Prices: 10c each; Yz doz., 55c; doz., $1.00; 100 for $7.00.
War No. 2248 — One of the best red Gladiolus. The color is a deep blood red shaded crimson-black.
Prices: 10c each; Yz doz., 55c; doz., $1.00; 100 for $7.50.
No. 2249 — Collection of one bulb each of the above 22 varieties for $2.00.
Reuter’s Sunny South Gladiolus Mixture — No. 2258— we believe this to
_ _ _ _ _ be the finest Gladiolus mix¬
ture ever brought on the market. Like our Sunny South Gladiolus collection offered on the following
page, it is not a ready-made blend. A large number of choice named varieties and colors, including a liberal
number of high grade seedlings, insure a mixture that is difficult to equal.
Prices: Y doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00; 1000 for $45 00, prepaid.
Primulinus Hybrids _ These Gladiolus are more resistant to heat than the ordinary class
_ £ _ and therefore better for late planting in the South.
Alice Tiplady No. 2250 — A lovely orange-saffron. The flowers are borne on strong stiff stems.
Prices: 8c each; Yz doz., 45c; doz., 85c; 100 for $6.00.
Maidenblush No. 2251 — Dainty little Gladiolus with exquisite blush pink flowers on graceful stems.
Prices: 7c each; Yz doz., 40c; doz., 75c; 100 for $5.00.
Orange Queen No. 2252 — A new large flowered Primulinus with orange yellow flowers, tinted apricot.
Prices: 15c each;Y doz., 80c; doz., $1.50; 100 for $11.00.
Hybrids Mixed No. 2255 — Fine mixture of all shades available in the Primulinus Hybrid Gladiolus.
Prices: Yz doz., 25c; doz., 45c; 100 for $3.25; 1000 for $30.00, prepaid.
BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
REUTER SEED CO., Inc.. New Orleans
SPRING
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REUTER’S
“Sunny South”
Gladiolus Collection
No. 2385
20 Bulbs for SI. 00, Postpaid
This wonderful collection is immensely popular among
our old friends and customers. All bulbs are of strictly
first size, plump, well cured and each collection is assem¬
bled individually from a choice assortment of separate
varieties and colors. Our reason for such care is to
eliminate the risk of including several bulbs alike, a risk
which cannot be avoided if we were to use a cheap, ready¬
made mixture. You are assured of a nice even blend with
beautiful shades of white, pink, yellow, scarlet and blue
colors, as well as the striped and spotted varieties, rep¬
resented in each collection.
We receive every year many enthusiastic letters from
friends and customers telling us of their extreme satisfac¬
tion with this splendid collection and we are frank in
saying that we do not believe so good an assortment can
be had elsewhere for the money. Try one or more and
judge for yourself.
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BULBS FOR THE SOUTH
Show Dahlias
Old fashioned double ball-shaped Dahlias.
Dreer's White No. 2187 — Popular large glistening pure white. 35c each.
A. D. Livoni No. 2188 — Beautiful delicate pink on long stems. 30c each.
Miss Helen Hollis No. 2189 — Scarlet. See illustration No. 2. 45c each.
W. W. Rawson No. 2190 — White overlaid with amethyst blue. 50c each.
Maud Adams No. 2191 — Pure white, overlaid delicate pink. 35c each.
Clara Seaton No. 2192— rEnormous golden bronze flowers. 50c each.
No. 2193 — Collection of above six varieties, one of each, $2.00, postpaid.
)ecorative Dahlias Resemble Show Dahlia in shape but more flat,
Florence Finger No. 2195 — Superb giant dark rose. Long stemmed. 60c each.
Dream No. 2196 — Beautiful salmon shade with amber glow. 50c each.
Mina Burgle No. 2197 — Beautiful deep glowing crimson. 35c each.
Marcella Gill No. 2198 — A soft shell pink. See illustration No. 4. 50c each.
Yellow Colosse No. 2199 — Immense primrose yellow flowers. 40c each.
Princess Juliana No. 2200 — Fine pure white. Splendid for cut. 35c each.
No. 2201 — Go1 lection of above six varieties, one of each, $2.25, postpaid.
Note: Illustrations 1 and 3 offered with other choice Dahlias on page 72.
.Narrow and curled
Cactus and Hybrid Cactus Dahlias
petals.
Countess of Lonsdale No. 2205 — Splendid deep salmon red. 35c each.
Etendard de Lyon No. 2206 — Immense rich carmine rose. 50c each.
Evangeline No. 2207 — Large pure white tinted creamy. 35c each.
Wodan No. 2208 — Salmon rose shaded gold. Very attractive. 50c each.
Golden West No. 2209 — Deep yellow overlaid with orange. 50c each.
Margaret Bouchon No. 2210— Lovely soft rose tipped white. 40c each.
No. 2211 — Collection of above six varieties, one of each, $2.25, postpaid.
Peony Dahlias
'Semi-double with flat and loOsely arranged petals.
Mrs. Jessie L. Seal No. 2213 — Pleasing old rose shaded gold. 60c each.
Hi. Gill No. 2214 — Immense rich golden yellow. Long stems. 50c each.
Mme. Van Bystein No. 2215 — Rosy-lilac changing to light blue. 35c each.
Oregon Beauty No. 2216 — Fiery scarlet, overlaid golden sheen. 40c each.
Mrs. Chas. L. Sevbold No. 2217 — Crimson tipped white. 35c each.
Queen Wilhelmina No. 2218 — Best white Peony Dahlia. 40c each.
No. 2219 — Collection of above six varieties, one of each, $2.25, postpaid.
Note: Proper dates for planting Dahlias will be found on page 72.
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THESE are the varieties that you will receive
free with your order.
No. 1 Cosmos
No. 2 Wallflower
No. 3 Larkspur
No. 4 Candytuft
You get the complete assortment of four packets
if your seed order amounts to 50c or over. This
does not mean a collection for every 50-cent por¬
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an order.
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■*■■*■ of vegetable seeds that will give you
a complete home garden. Bought sepa¬
rately, these packets would cost you $1.50
to $2, yet Reuter offers them to you for
the low price of $1, postpaid. You get
thirty packets of popular varieties (see
complete list on page 10 of this catalogue),
with our book, “How to Make a Home
Garden,” all carefully packed and deliv¬
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CHOICE PHLOX
PLANT
MORE PHLOX
EVERY garden in the Southern States should have a bed of these
beautiful and showy annuals this spring. Although they may be
used for other purposes, they are typical bedding plants, and as
such they are known and admired by all lovers of flowers.
For a combination of smaller beds we recommend the use of sepa¬
rate colors, as they enable you to work along a chosen color scheme;
for large single beds we find, however, that the best effect is obtained
by planting a good, well-blended mixture.
Culture. — In this latitude the seed may be sown any time from January to June
for spring, summer, and fall blooming. For early planting use protected seed-beds or
boxes. After danger of frost is over the seed may be sown in the open, either in seed¬
beds for later transplanting or in a permanent place. When plants are several inches
high, transplant or thin out to about 1 foot. They prefer a sunny location.
Reuter’s Dwarf Phlox
This is a large-flowering, dwarf, compact-growing type that reaches a
height of only 6 to 8 inches and is preferred by many for bedding on account
of its short, sturdy growth.
Mixed Colors No. 1842. A well-blended mixture of all colors. Pkt.,
15c.; Vioz-. 60c.; Vioz., $1.00.
Separate Colors: Pure White No. 2391; Salmon-Pink No. 2392;
Blood-Red No. 2393; Yellow No. 2394. Each, per pkt., 15c.; Vioz., 70c.
Star Phlox
Mixed Colors No. 1844. Quite a distinct type of Phlox with ornamental,
star-shaped flowers in a large range of colors. Pkt., 10c.; Vioz., 40c.;
y2oz., 75c.
Reuter’s Large-flowering Phlox
The most generally planted. They grow about 1 foot high and produce
extra-large, perfectly round flowers, with overlapping petals.
Mixed Colors No. 1845. A most desirable mixture blended with the
utmost care and attention. It contains all the various shades and color
combinations found in Phlox, and makes a wonderful showing massed in
large beds. Pkt., 10c.; Vioz-> 35c.; V2OZ., 60c.; oz., $1.00.
Separate Colors: Pure White No. 1848; Flesh-Pink No. 1850;
Rose No. 1851; Chamois-Rose No. 1852; Scarlet No. 1856; Crimson
No. 1857; Yellow No. 1858; Blue No. 1859. Each, per pkt., 10c. ; Vioz., 40c.
Hardy Perennial
Mixed Colors No. 1860. Do not confuse these with the Annual
Phlox. They form sturdy bushes about 2 feet high with large
clusters of flowers in many attractive colors and shades, gang
Pkt., 20c.; Vioz., $1.00.
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